The 30-second answer: laminated paper stickers are the everyday choice for packaging and giveaways (from AED 230 per 100), transparent PVC gives the printed-on-the-product look for jars and bottles, vinyl die-cut handles custom shapes and outdoor use, and foil stickers add a metallic premium touch. Here is exactly how to choose — with real Dubai prices.
The four sticker materials, explained
1. Paper stickers — glossy or matt lamination
The workhorse of packaging: boxes, paper bags, giveaway seals and price labels. Lamination protects the print from scuffs and light moisture, and you choose the finish — glossy for vivid colour, matt for a soft premium look. This is the cheapest laminated option and the right default for most brands.
2. Transparent PVC — the “no-label” look
Clear PVC disappears against the surface so only your logo shows — the favourite of cosmetics, candles, juices and food jars. It is water- and oil-resistant by nature, which is why you see it on fridge products and bathroom shelves.
3. Vinyl die-cut — any shape, indoor or outdoor
Vinyl is cut around the exact contour of your artwork — circles, ovals or a full custom shape around your logo. It is the pick for laptop stickers, equipment labels and anything that lives outdoors or gets handled a lot. See our die-cut stickers.
4. Foil stickers — the premium accent
Gold foiling on transparent PVC turns a simple seal into a luxury detail — chocolate boxes, perfume packaging, wedding favours and premium menus.
Sticker prices in Dubai (2026)
| Type | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paper stickers 7×7 cm — glossy or matt | 100 | AED 230 |
| Economy custom stickers — glossy laminated | 1,000 | AED 370 |
| Transparent round stickers 10 cm | 100 | AED 375 |
| Transparent PVC 5×5 cm | 1,000 | AED 410 |
| Transparent PVC with gold foiling 3×3 cm | 500 | AED 575 |
| Adestor premium custom stickers | 1,000 | AED 730 |
| Bulk sheet stickers 23×17 cm — no lamination | 1,000 – 50,000 | AED 600 – 6,500 |
On 50,000-piece bulk runs the unit price drops to around 13 fils per sticker — the mass-packaging sweet spot. All prices include VAT.
Are stickers waterproof?
Transparent PVC and any laminated sticker are water- and oil-resistant — right for bottles, fridges, food packaging and outdoor use. Unlaminated paper stickers are the economy choice for dry, indoor, short-life jobs like promotions and cartons.
Branding glass? Use frosted stickers instead
For office partitions, shopfront glass and privacy branding, ordinary stickers are the wrong tool — frosted stickers give the etched-glass look, cut to any design, including gradient frosted panels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to print stickers in Dubai?
Bulk sheet runs without lamination — from AED 600 per 1,000 down to roughly 13 fils per sticker at 50,000 pieces. For small runs, 100 laminated paper stickers cost AED 230.
Can you cut stickers into custom shapes?
Yes — die-cutting follows any contour from your artwork: circles, ovals or the exact outline of your logo.
How fast is sticker printing in Dubai?
Standard runs take 2–4 business days after artwork approval. Send your logo on WhatsApp — our designers prepare the artwork free with every order.
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