What is carbonless paper and how does it work?

Carbonless paper, also known as no carbon required (NCR) paper, transfers what is written on the top layer to the pages beneath. The paper uses microcapsules of ink to create a clean, carbon-free duplicate and triplicate copy. Before this development, contractors and store owners used traditional carbon paper to create the same effect, which is why the term “carbon copy” is sometimes still used today.

Why should I custom print carbonless forms?

Customized carbonless forms can help give clients a professional impression of your business. The business forms you hand out are less likely to appear generic, and customers can easily spot contact details when handling taxes, transactions and receipts.

What are the different types of carbonless paper?

One set includes 2 or 3 sheets of 20 lb. text paper (a lightweight, flexible paper stock commonly found in books or magazines). Whatever you write on the top white sheet gets transferred to the sheets underneath. Each sheet of paper features your custom design.

Can my branding be included on these forms?

Of course. You can choose to add your name, company name, logo, contact info and more.

Are the layouts customizable?

Yes. You can customize your layout to best suit your business needs.

Carbonless Forms | VistaPrint

Add professional branding to invoices and receipts with custom carbonless forms.

3 size options
2- or 3-layer sets
Quantities from 25 to 10,000
Vivid, full-color printing

Professional customer copies

Custom carbonless forms add a branded appeal to your fast-moving business. From home improvement services to restaurant orders, add your logo, contact info and more to invoices and receipts. The top paper captures your writing on 2 subsequent sheets, so your customers get instant, custom copies of business transactions.

Personalized for your business

You can choose from 3 sizes and customizable layouts to create the carbonless forms that best suit your business. We professionally print your design on every page so your copies are clear and consistent throughout. Forms come in separate sets, with 2 or 3 layers – white and yellow or white, yellow and pink. The sheets are attached with easy-to-tear glue, creating a clean customer copy every time.

Simple to design

Ready to give your business transactions a branded touch? Get started by selecting a size and browsing our fully customizable design templates. Once you’ve chosen a layout, personalize your design and we’ll take care of the rest. We’ll professionally print your custom carbonless forms in the quantity you choose and have them shipped directly to you.

VistaPrint offers Carbonless Forms design templates in assorted styles.

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Apr 25, 2026 | Scott M. |

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I order these thinking it was 25 books and not just 25 individual sheets . That sucked and way too expensive .

Response from Vistaprint Customer Care Team:

Thanks for sharing this with us, and we're sorry to hear there was confusion regarding the quantity and format of your recent carbonless form order. We have completed our checks and have emailed you details regarding a resolution that has been provided to you. We look forward to assisting with future products of interest.

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Apr 25, 2026 | Brian S. |

Verified Buyer

Pretty quick turn around

Carbonless Forms

Apr 23, 2026 | Allison O. |

Verified Buyer

They were great! and just as expected

Time sheets

Apr 20, 2026 | Lisa B. |

Verified Buyer

Great job. Exactly what I needed

Very Happy

Apr 20, 2026 | Stephanie V. |

Verified Buyer

We are very happy with the carbonless forms - we only needed the 2 ply and they are working great for us. It was so nice to transfer our image and order it so quickly.

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