FAKEYOURDRANK
FakeYourDrank sells novelty identification cards in two material tiers: polycarbonate and standard PVC/Teslin. Both print with the same care, but they feel different in the hand and look different under light. This guide explains the difference so you can choose the right card for your entertainment or creative project.
All of our novelty cards are made for entertainment purposes. The material choice is about realism, durability and price, not about unlawful use. If you are comparing options, the details below match what is shown on the fake ID products page.
What polycarbonate actually is
Polycarbonate is the rigid plastic used for most modern driver licences. It has a slight snap when you flex it, a semi-gloss surface and a heavier feel than standard card stock. Polycarbonate is the premium option in the FakeYourDrank catalogue and starts at $120 for one card, $110 each for two or more and $90 each for four or more.
Because polycarbonate is so close to a real DMV card, it is the tier most customers pick when they want the most realistic-looking novelty ID. The UV layer is embedded between the plastic layers, which gives a strong, even blacklight response.
What standard PVC and Teslin cards are
Standard cards are printed on durable Teslin-style stock with a PVC or composite finish. They are lighter and more flexible than polycarbonate. Standard pricing starts at $80 for one card, $70 each for two or more and $50 each for four or more.
Some states use these lighter materials on their real licences, so a standard card can still match the real thing closely for those designs. On standard cards the UV is usually applied as an overlay, which can look fainter under blacklight. That is normal for this material and is described on every product page.
Side by side comparison
- Polycarbonate: rigid, heavier, semi-gloss, embedded UV, starts at $120.
- Standard: lighter, flexible, matte or light gloss, overlay UV, starts at $80.
- Both: full-color front and back, scannable barcodes, microprint and holograms.
If a state is available in both versions, the product page shows two cards. One is labelled with the material, for example a standard California and a California [Polycarb] option. The polycarbonate version is the premium choice for that state.
Which one should you pick
Pick polycarbonate when the weight and feel of the card matter to you and the budget allows it. It is the closest to a real DMV card in the hand. Pick standard when you want the lower price, or when the real state itself uses a lighter material.
For group orders, the per-card price drops fast. Four or more polycarbonate cards cost $90 each, and four or more standard cards cost $50 each. See how group pricing works for the full breakdown.
What stays the same on both tiers
Every card in the catalogue includes working holograms, scannable barcodes, microprint and a free duplicate. You receive two identical copies of your card with every order, no matter which material you choose. Shipping is discreet and tracked. The UV, holograms and barcodes are explained in the security features post.
The photo requirements are also the same. A blurry photo cannot be fixed into a DMV-quality picture, so read the fake ID photo guide before you order.
Durability and card care
Polycarbonate cards hold up better to daily handling because the rigid plastic resists bending and scratching. Standard cards are durable enough for normal use, but they crease more easily if kept in a tight pocket. For a collection or a prop that gets handled often, polycarbonate is the safer long-term choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is polycarbonate worth the extra cost?
For most buyers yes. The weight, snap and semi-gloss finish make a polycarbonate card feel much closer to a real DMV licence, and the embedded UV gives a stronger blacklight response.
Do standard cards still scan?
Yes. Standard cards use the same scannable barcodes as polycarbonate cards. The material does not affect the barcode data.
Can I order one state in both materials?
Where the catalogue offers both versions, yes. The product grid shows them as separate cards, so you can compare the two prices side by side.
Does every order include a duplicate?
Yes. Every FakeYourDrank order ships two identical copies of the card, which gives you a backup for your project or collection.
Which material looks better under blacklight?
Polycarbonate looks stronger and more even because the UV is embedded between the layers. Standard card UV is applied as an overlay and can look faint, which is normal for that material.
