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Wedding Invitation Cards & Funeral Programmes: Prices and Turnaround (2026)
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Wedding stationery and funeral programmes share a common characteristic: they are ordered under time pressure, often with strong emotion attached, and almost never with price sensitivity as the primary concern. That makes them among the highest-margin products a print shop can offer.
This guide sets out what wedding invitation cards and funeral programmes cost in Nairobi in 2026, the finishes that matter, and the turnaround you can realistically expect.
Wedding invitation card prices in Kenya
| Type | Quantity | Price (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard printed invitation | 100 | 2,900 – 5,000 |
| Di-cut silk with ribbon | 20 | 2,400 (KES 120/unit) |
| Di-cut silk with ribbon | 50 | 5,500 (KES 110/unit) |
| Di-cut silk with ribbon | 100 | 10,000 (KES 100/unit) |
| Di-cut silk with ribbon | 200 | 18,000 (KES 90/unit) |
| Laser-cut invitation | 100 | 8,000 – 20,000 |
| Velvet / soft-touch invitation | 100 | 5,000 – 12,000 |
| Acrylic invitation | 100 | 15,000 – 40,000 |
| Gold foil invitation | 100 | 8,000 – 20,000 |
Wedding invitation cards in Kenya typically range from KES 140 to KES 500 per card depending on the finish. A complete wedding stationery suite (invitations, RSVP cards, order of service, thank-you cards) for 100 guests typically costs between KES 15,000 and KES 50,000.
Funeral programme prices in Kenya
| Type | Quantity | Price (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard 8-page programme | 100 | 100 – 150 per unit |
| Premium 8-page programme | 100 | 150 – 300 per unit |
| Deluxe 12–16 page programme | 100 | 300 – 600 per unit |
| Full funeral programme design + print | 100 | 6,250+ (inc. VAT) |
Funeral programmes are typically ordered in quantities of 50 to 500. An 8-page programme is the most common format and costs between KES 100 and KES 150 per unit for standard printing. Premium finishes (lamination, heavier card, full colour throughout) push the price to KES 300 or more per unit.
What affects the price
Finish is the primary driver. A standard printed invitation and a laser-cut acrylic invitation differ by a factor of ten or more. The finish you choose signals the tone of the event.
Quantity matters but less than you might expect. Wedding stationery is often ordered in batches of 100–200, and the per-unit cost drops with volume. However, the setup and design costs are fixed, so the drop is less dramatic than for bulk items like business cards.
Design complexity. A simple text invitation is cheap to produce. A custom illustration, wax seal, laser-cut pattern or foil stamping adds significant cost.
Paper weight and type. Standard invitations use 250–350gsm card. Premium invitations use specialist stocks — pearlescent, linen, velvet-touch, cotton — which cost more per sheet.
Turnaround times
Wedding invitations typically take 3–5 working days for standard printing and 5–7 working days for laser-cut or foil finishes. Design work adds 2–3 days. Order at least two weeks before you need to send them.
Funeral programmes are priority jobs. Most Nairobi printers offer 24–48 hour turnaround for funeral programmes, with same-day available for orders placed before midday. Design typically takes one day, printing the next.
Frequently asked questions
How much do wedding invitation cards cost in Kenya? Standard invitations start at KES 140 per card. Premium finishes (laser-cut, foil, velvet) run KES 300 to KES 500 per card.
What is the minimum order for wedding invitations? Most printers start at 50–100 units. Some will do smaller quantities at a higher per-unit cost.
How long does it take to print wedding invitations? Standard printing takes 3–5 working days. Laser-cut and foil finishes take 5–7 working days. Allow two weeks including design.
Can I get funeral programmes printed the same day? Yes, most Nairobi printers offer same-day or next-day funeral programme printing for orders placed before midday.
What should a funeral programme include? Typically: cover page with photo, order of service, obituary/eulogy, surviving family members, and acknowledgements. Most programmes are 8–16 pages.
Do you design the artwork? Yes, most printers offer design services. Provide photos, text and any specific requirements. Design typically takes 1–2 days.
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Notes for the content team
- Funeral programmes are time-critical. Prominently display the same-day turnaround — it is the single most important fact for this audience.
- Wedding stationery is emotional. Use warm, respectful language. Avoid hard selling.
- Include a gallery of real wedding and funeral stationery. This category is highly visual.
- Link to related services: invitation cards, event programmes, menu printing, thank-you cards.
- Offer a complete stationery suite package — it increases average order value significantly.