FAQs

A lanyard is a strap or cord worn around the neck, shoulder, or wrist to hold ID cards, access passes, keys, or other small items. At Express Lanyards, we supply lanyards for every application — from corporate ID and conference badges to staff access cards and event credentials. Most are made from flat polyester webbing and paired with a fitting attachment to suit your needs.

Lanyards are available in a wide range of fabrics, including cord, silk, webbing, polyester, silicone, cotton, bamboo, PET, nylon etc.nyards are available in a wide range of fabrics, including cord, silk, webbing, polyester, silicone, cotton, bamboo, PET, nylon etc.We stock and supply lanyards in a wide range of materials to suit different budgets and applications:

• Polyester — our most popular option; smooth, durable, and great for printed designs
• Recycled PET (rPET) — made from recycled plastic bottles; a solid eco choice
• Bamboo — a natural, sustainable alternative with a quality feel
• Eco paper — fully compostable; perfect for single-use events
• Nylon — premium finish with a slight sheen
• Tubular & woven — for specialty branded or stitched designs

Not sure which material suits your project? Contact our team and we’ll point you in the right direction.

Lanyards are available in a wide range of fabrics, including cord, silk, webbing, polyester, silicone, cotton, bamboo, PET, nylon etc.nyards are available in a wide range of fabrics, including cord, silk, webbing, polyester, silicone, cotton, bamboo, PET, nylon etc. Full colour printing — also known as dye sublimation — allows your artwork to be reproduced across the entire lanyard in unlimited colours with photographic-quality detail. Unlike screen printing, which is limited to 1–3 solid colours, full colour printing is ideal for logos with gradients, multiple colours, or detailed artwork. It’s the go-to choice for conferences, exhibitions, and branded events where visual impact matters.

For the best print result, we recommend supplying artwork as a vector file — ideally an AI, EPS, or PDF with fonts outlined. Vector files scale to any size without losing quality.

If you only have a raster file (JPG, PNG), it needs to be high resolution — at least 300 dpi at the intended print size. Low-resolution files may result in blurry or pixelated print, and we’ll let you know if there’s an issue before proceeding.

Not sure what you have? Send it through to our team and we’ll check it for you.

For plain and pre-printed stock lanyards, there’s a minimum order value of $40 and lanyards must in qty of 10 — mix and match right from our website.

For custom printed lanyards, minimums vary by product and print method, with most starting from 50 units. Some specialty items have higher minimums. Quantities and details are listed on each product page, or contact us if you’re working with an unusual requirement.

Absolutely. We offer a wide range of attachment options to suit different uses:

• Deluxe Swivel Clip — standard all-purpose option like a carabiner
• Alligator Clip— strong grip for heavier cards
• Safety Breakaway — releases under pressure; required in many workplaces
• Key ring — ideal for keys and key fobs
• Badge reel — retractable reel for frequent card scanning
• Double clips — clip at both ends of the lanyard 

Attachment options are listed on each product page. If you need a combination not shown, get in touch — we’re happy to help.

Plain and pre-printed stock lanyards are held in our Dandenong warehouse and dispatched same day on orders placed before 12pm AEST, Monday to Friday.

Custom printed lanyards have a production lead time that varies by print method — typically 10 business days after artwork approval, plus freight. If you’re working to a tight deadline, contact us before ordering and we’ll let you know what’s achievable.

Setup fees depend on the product and print method. Some custom lanyard ranges include artwork setup at no extra charge; others may carry a one-off fee. Any applicable fees are shown clearly on the product page or will be confirmed in your quote.

Repeat orders using previously approved artwork are generally free of setup charges. If you need artwork created from scratch, our team can assist — just ask.

Digital transfer printing uses a heat-press process to apply a digitally printed design directly onto the lanyard. It’s well suited to smaller quantities and designs with fine detail or multiple colours. The result is a smooth, vibrant finish that sits slightly on the surface of the lanyard fabric. Digital transfer sits between screen printing (best for large runs with solid colours) and dye sublimation (full-colour, all-over print) in terms of both price and capability.