Custom Printed Paper Gift Cards with Scratch-Off Codes

Custom Printed Paper Gift Cards with Scratch-Off Codes

Wallis supplies custom printed paper gift cards, prepaid cards, top-up cards and scratch-off code cards for authorized gaming, digital-content, voucher, promotional and stored-value programs.

The current product is manufactured from paper and supports customized size, shape, colors, CMYK artwork, spot-color printing, flexographic printing and OEM designs. Projects can also be evaluated for scratch-off code areas, variable information, QR codes, barcodes and other redemption-data requirements according to the buyer's program.

For Nintendo eShop or other third-party branded prepaid-card projects, Wallis should be treated as the physical card printing and manufacturing supplier. Brand artwork, redemption codes, prepaid value, activation rules and platform authorization must come from or be approved by the relevant brand, issuer or authorized program operator.

Custom Paper Prepaid Card Specifications

The following specifications are based on the current Wallis product information. Variable-data, scratch-code and platform-integration requirements should be confirmed separately for each authorized prepaid-card project.

Physical Card Printing vs Digital Value Issuance

A physical prepaid or gift card and the digital value associated with that card are two different parts of a program. The printed card is the physical carrier, while activation, account balance, redemption logic and digital value are controlled by the issuing platform or program operator.

What Wallis Manufactures

Wallis manufactures customized printed paper cards according to approved artwork and project specifications.

What the Program Operator Controls

The issuer or authorized program operator controls which codes are valid, what value each code represents, how cards are activated, where they can be redeemed and what account or regional restrictions apply.

Why This Matters for B2B Buyers

Before producing a prepaid card, buyers should confirm both the physical print specification and the digital-program specification so printed codes, denominations, barcodes, card references and packaging remain synchronized with the backend system.

Paper Cards for Authorized Nintendo eShop Programs

The current Wallis product imagery demonstrates paper-card artwork for Nintendo eShop-style prepaid programs. Such artwork should only be produced as part of an authorized project with appropriate trademark, character, denomination and distribution approval.

Wallis is not the issuer of Nintendo eShop funds and should not be presented as providing Nintendo account credit independently of an authorized Nintendo program. The physical card, artwork and scratch area are manufacturing components; the validity of a redemption code is determined by Nintendo or its authorized distribution system.

Region-Specific Card Programs

Nintendo eShop card programs are market-specific. Buyers producing authorized physical cards should therefore confirm country, currency, denomination, required legal text and account-region requirements before printing.

Authorized Artwork

Nintendo names, logos, characters and related artwork should only be reproduced when the buyer has appropriate authorization for commercial card production.

Authorized Denomination Artwork Example

Different Value Artwork Example

Variable Data & Unique Redemption Code Printing

Prepaid and voucher programs often require every physical card to carry different information. This is generally handled through variable-data printing rather than printing one identical static design across the entire order.

Unique PIN Codes

Buyers requiring a unique PIN or redemption code on every card should specify code length, character format, data source, location and whether the code must be hidden beneath a scratch-off panel.

Serial Numbers

Sequential or unique reference numbers can be used to support production control, distribution tracking or reconciliation with the buyer's data system when required.

QR Codes

QR codes may contain a generic landing-page address or unique data depending on the program. Buyers should specify whether each QR code is identical or individually generated.

Barcodes

Barcode type, encoded data, human-readable text and scanning requirements should be defined by the buyer's retail, activation or inventory system.

Buyer-Supplied Data

If unique platform-generated codes are required, the authorized issuer or buyer should define how approved variable data will be securely supplied and matched to the printed artwork.

Scratch-Off Panels for PIN & Redemption Codes

A scratch-off area can conceal sensitive information until the card reaches the intended user. Typical hidden information may include a PIN, redemption code, voucher number or other program-specific data.

Define the Hidden Data Area

The dimensions and position of the scratch panel should be determined after the final code format and back-side artwork are confirmed.

Keep Control Numbers Separate

If a program uses both customer redemption codes and internal control references, the artwork and data file should clearly identify which information is hidden and which remains visible.

Test Scratch Performance

Sample approval should evaluate whether the scratch area conceals the information before use while allowing the intended user to reveal the code without damaging its legibility.

Different Denominations & Currency Artwork

A prepaid-card project can contain multiple artwork versions representing different values, currencies, products or distribution regions. The exact denominations should come from the authorized issuer rather than being defined by the physical card manufacturer.

Multiple Value Versions

Different values can use separate artwork colors, character designs, product references or denomination text when this is part of the authorized branding system.

Multiple Currency Versions

International projects may require separate artwork for different currencies and regions. Each variant should be linked to the correct issuer data and distribution market.

Customized Denomination Artwork

Customized Currency & Regional Artwork

Custom Paper Card Printing Options

CMYK Full-Color Printing

CMYK printing can reproduce branded graphics, character artwork, promotional imagery, logos and retail-facing designs.

Spot Colors

Spot colors may be specified when a program requires defined brand colors or print treatments beyond standard process color.

Flexographic Printing

Flexographic printing is listed among the current production options. The appropriate process should be selected according to paper construction, quantity, artwork and other finishing requirements.

Custom Size & Shape

Square, rectangular, circular and other customized card shapes can be discussed according to the approved retail or promotional design.

OEM Artwork

Buyers can submit approved logos, graphics, legal text, denomination artwork and other design elements required for the program.

Redemption Workflow: What the Physical Card Does

A paper prepaid card can carry the information required by a digital redemption program, but the actual verification occurs within the issuer's backend system.

1. Card Is Printed

Brand artwork, denomination information and approved program instructions are printed onto the paper card.

2. Unique Data Is Applied

If required, each card receives the corresponding unique PIN, serial number, barcode or other buyer-approved variable information.

3. Sensitive Information Is Concealed

A scratch-off panel can be applied over selected confidential information where required by the program.

4. Card Reaches the Authorized Distribution Channel

Retail distribution, activation and sale processes are defined by the issuer or authorized distribution network.

5. User Redeems Through the Issuer's Platform

The end user enters or scans the authorized code according to the redemption instructions supplied by the program operator. The backend system—not the paper substrate—determines whether the code is valid and what value or content it unlocks.

Applications of Custom Paper Gift & Prepaid Cards

Gaming & Digital Content Programs

Authorized game publishers, digital-content platforms and distribution partners can use paper cards as physical carriers for approved digital codes or prepaid-value programs.

Retail Gift Cards

Retailers and service businesses can use paper gift cards with unique references, QR codes, barcodes or scratch-off PIN areas according to their own redemption system.

Top-Up & Recharge Programs

Telecom, software, entertainment and other prepaid programs may use physical cards to distribute issuer-generated recharge or access codes.

Voucher & Promotional Cards

Unique codes can also support promotional vouchers, product claims, discount programs and campaign-specific redemption systems.

Gift & Seasonal Programs

Customized graphics and multiple value versions make printed cards suitable for holiday promotions, gifting programs and branded retail campaigns.

Artwork & Data File Requirements

Provide Approved Artwork

Supply print-ready artwork containing approved logos, graphics, denomination information, legal text and other required brand elements.

Separate Static & Variable Information

Static content remains identical on each card, while PINs, serial numbers, QR codes, barcodes or other unique elements may change from card to card.

Define Data Matching Rules

When multiple denominations or regional variants are produced together, specify exactly which code range belongs to which artwork version.

Define Packing Sequence

If cards need to remain in sequential order, grouped by denomination or packed according to specific code ranges, include those requirements before production.

Sample & Proof Approval

Proof approval is particularly important for prepaid-card projects because artwork and data placement must remain consistent with the digital system and authorized brand requirements.

Check Artwork & Denomination

Confirm that each denomination, currency and regional version uses the correct approved artwork.

Check Code Position

Verify that PINs, QR codes, barcodes, serial numbers and control references are positioned correctly and remain readable.

Check Scratch-Off Coverage

Confirm that confidential information is sufficiently concealed before use and remains legible after the covering is removed.

Test QR & Barcode Scanning

Scan representative samples using the intended device or POS environment before approving mass production.

Paper Card Manufacturing Process

1. Project Specification Review

Confirm paper card size, shape, artwork, quantity, denomination versions, variable-data requirements and finishing.

2. Artwork Prepress

Approved artwork is prepared for the selected CMYK, spot-color or other compatible printing process.

3. Card Printing

Static front and back graphics are printed according to the confirmed production specification.

4. Variable Data Application

Unique information can be applied according to the approved data workflow when variable-data printing is included in the final project.

5. Scratch-Off Application

Sensitive codes are covered with the approved scratch-off area when required.

6. Cutting & Finishing

Printed sheets are converted into the approved rectangular, square, circular or custom card shape.

7. Inspection & Packing

Finished cards are inspected for print position, variable information, scratch-panel placement and other confirmed requirements before packing.

Environmental Material Options

Environmental requirements should be specified as measurable purchasing parameters rather than using general terms such as “eco-friendly.”

Recycled Paper Requirements

If recycled-content paper is required, state the required recycled percentage and supporting documentation so Wallis can confirm an appropriate material rather than assuming every paper-card grade uses recycled fiber.

Ink Requirements

If vegetable-based, soy-based or another specified ink system is mandatory, include that requirement during quotation and request confirmation for the selected print process.

Recyclability

Recyclability of the finished card depends on paper construction, coatings, adhesives, scratch-off materials and the recycling system available in the destination market.

What to Provide for an Accurate Paper Card Quote

• Required quantity

• Paper type or paper specification

• Finished card size

• Rectangular, square, circular or custom shape

• Front and back artwork

• CMYK or required spot colors

• Number of denominations or artwork variants

• Destination countries and currencies

• Unique PIN or redemption-code requirement

• Variable-data file specification

• Serial-number requirement

• QR-code specification

• Barcode type and encoded information

• Scratch-off panel size and location

• Packing sequence or data grouping requirements

• IP and brand authorization requirements

• Recycled-paper or special ink requirements, if applicable

• Required sample or proof

• Required delivery schedule

• Destination and shipping requirements

Why Choose Wallis for Custom Paper Card Printing?

Custom Paper Card Manufacturing

Wallis supports customized paper-card projects with different sizes, shapes, colors and OEM artwork.

Multiple Printing Options

Current product information includes CMYK, spot-color and flexographic printing options according to project requirements.

Authorized Prepaid Program Support

Physical card production can be evaluated for authorized gaming, voucher, gift-card and top-up programs according to buyer-supplied brand and technical specifications.

B2B OEM Project Support

Wallis can work with distributors, card-program operators, printing buyers, retailers and other commercial customers requiring customized bulk card production.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paper Gift & Prepaid Cards

What does Wallis manufacture for prepaid-card projects?

Wallis manufactures physical printed paper cards according to approved specifications. The digital value, activation and redemption platform remain separate from the physical card itself.

Does Wallis sell Nintendo eShop balance?

This product page should be understood as a physical card-printing service. Nintendo eShop value and valid redemption codes must come through Nintendo or an authorized issuer or distribution program.

Can Wallis print Nintendo eShop card artwork?

Nintendo-branded artwork should only be produced when the buyer has appropriate authorization to reproduce the trademarks, characters and related card design for the intended commercial program.

Are Nintendo eShop Cards region specific?

Yes. Authorized Nintendo card programs can have country or region restrictions. Buyers should confirm the exact market, currency and approved card specification before production.

Can different top-up amounts be printed?

Different authorized denomination artwork can be produced as separate card variants. Actual stored value and denomination availability are defined by the issuer or program operator rather than by the paper-card manufacturer.

Can every card have a different PIN code?

If unique codes are required, provide the variable-data specification and confirm the printing and data-handling requirements with Wallis before production.

Can a PIN code be hidden under a scratch-off panel?

Scratch-off areas can be evaluated for concealing sensitive PIN or redemption information. Provide the code dimensions and required scratch-panel location during quotation.

Can each card have a different QR code or barcode?

Variable QR-code or barcode requirements should be defined in the project data specification. Buyers should also identify the required code type and scanning environment.

Does Wallis create the redemption or stored-value system?

A physical printed card should not be confused with a stored-value platform. Buyers requiring activation, balance management or redemption software should define the backend system separately from the physical printing project.

What material is used?

The current Wallis product specification lists paper as the card material.

Can the card size and shape be customized?

Yes. The current product information lists customized sizes together with rectangular, square, circular and other special shapes.

What printing methods are available?

The current product information lists CMYK, spot-color and flexographic printing. Final process selection depends on the material, artwork, quantity and finishing requirements.

How long is the production time?

The current Wallis page lists approximately 7–12 days depending on quantity. Final production timing should be reconfirmed after artwork, variable data and finishing requirements are approved.

Are the cards made from 100% recycled paper?

Do not assume every card grade uses 100% recycled paper. If recycled content is required, specify the percentage and supporting documentation during quotation so Wallis can confirm the appropriate material.

Are soy-based inks available?

If soy-based or another specified ink system is mandatory, include that requirement in the inquiry and confirm compatibility with the selected printing process before production.

What information should I provide for a quotation?

Provide quantity, paper specification, card dimensions, shape, artwork, print colors, denominations, variable-data format, PIN requirements, scratch-off area, QR or barcode requirements, packing sequence, IP authorization and delivery destination.

Start Your Custom Paper Gift Card Project

Looking for custom paper gift cards, scratch-off prepaid cards, top-up cards, variable-data cards or printed digital-code cards? Send Wallis your artwork, quantity, card size, variable-data requirements and program specifications for project evaluation.