How Much Do Custom Paper Bags Cost in the UAE?
A realistic price guide by size, quantity and finishing so you can budget accurately.
Every quote is specific, but here's a realistic range for custom paper bags in the UAE by size, quantity and finishing so you can budget before you talk to a supplier.
Small F&B / boutique bag (20 × 8 × 22 cm)
500 units: AED 5–8 per bag. 1,000 units: AED 3.5–6. 5,000 units: AED 2.5–4. Add AED 1–2 for foil branding.
Standard retail bag (26 × 12 × 33 cm)
500 units: AED 6–10. 1,000 units: AED 4.5–7. 5,000 units: AED 3–5. Add AED 1–3 for finishing.
Large luxury bag (32 × 14 × 40 cm) with soft-touch lamination, foil and ribbon handles
500 units: AED 18–28. 1,000 units: AED 14–22. 5,000 units: AED 10–16.
What drives cost up
GSM increase, additional print colors, multiple finishing effects, custom-color handles, small MOQ, rush production.
What keeps cost down
Larger runs, standard sizes, digital print for short runs, 1–2 color print, standard kraft over specialty stock, no lamination.
What you'll actually spend
Most UAE retail brands land at AED 4–8 per bag for their standard bag at typical retail volume. Luxury bags for flagship stores land at AED 15–25. F&B bags at AED 2–4.