Quick answer: At Gulfsafes, HID Fargo card printers start at SAR 4,600 incl. VAT for the DTC1250e single-sided and SAR 6,613 for the DTC1250e duplex, both direct-to-card. Retransfer models cost SAR 17,250 (HDP5000e) and SAR 19,550 (HDP6600). For schools and small offices, buy the DTC1250e. For smart and access cards, buy a retransfer model, and at only SAR 2,300 more, the HDP6600 is the better value.
HID Fargo printer prices and specs (2026)
| Spec | DTC1250e Single Side | DTC1250e Duplex | HDP5000e | HDP6600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price incl. VAT | SAR 4,600 | SAR 6,613 | SAR 17,250 | SAR 19,550 |
| Before VAT | SAR 4,000 | SAR 5,750 | SAR 15,000 | SAR 17,000 |
| Print method | Direct-to-card | Direct-to-card | Retransfer | Retransfer |
| Sides | One | Two, automatic | One or two (dual module) | One or two (dual module) |
| Resolution | 300 dpi | 300 dpi | 300 dpi | 600 dpi |
| Speed, full colour | 225 cards/hour | 225 cards/hour (one side) | 133 cards/hour | 230 cards/hour |
| Card input / output | 100 / 30 | 100 / 30 | Optional 200 or dual hopper | Optional 200 or dual hopper |
| Lamination | No | No | Optional | Optional, wasteless |
| Warranty | Ask us | Ask us | 4 years printer, lifetime printhead | 3 years printer, lifetime printhead (registered) |
| Best for | 500–2,000 cards/year, front only | 500–2,000 cards/year, both sides | Smart and access cards | High volume, 600 dpi, banks and government |
Prices as of 21 October 2026. The product page always shows the current price.
What the price gaps buy you
SAR 4,600 to 6,613: DTC1250e single vs duplex
The duplex costs SAR 2,013 more and prints the back of the card automatically. Choose it if you need terms, a barcode, an emergency contact or the second language on the back. If you only ever print the front, the single-sided DTC1250e is enough.
SAR 6,613 to 17,250: direct-to-card vs retransfer
This is the big jump. The HDP5000e prints onto film and bonds it to the card, so the image runs edge to edge, lasts longer, and prints safely over the chip and antenna of proximity, MIFARE and DESFire cards. Pay it if your cards are smart or access cards, or must last for years. For a full explanation, read DTC or retransfer: which card printer to buy.
SAR 17,250 to 19,550: HDP5000e vs HDP6600
For SAR 2,300 more, the HDP6600 doubles the resolution to 600 dpi, prints 230 cards per hour instead of 133, and adds wasteless lamination that cuts lamination material costs by up to 40%. If you are buying retransfer anyway, the HDP6600 is usually the better buy. Choose the HDP5000e if you value its longer 4-year printer warranty.
Which HID Fargo printer for which organisation?
- Schools, clinics and small offices: DTC1250e Single Side (SAR 4,600).
- Corporate staff cards with a printed back: DTC1250e Duplex (SAR 6,613).
- Hospitals and universities using access cards: HDP5000e (SAR 17,250).
- Banks, government and high-volume issuers: HDP6600 (SAR 19,550).
Encoding and bilingual cards
All four models can add magnetic stripe or contact and contactless smart card encoding, so one pass prints and programs the card for your door access or attendance system. Match the encoder to your card type (MIFARE, DESFire or HID iCLASS) before ordering. For Arabic and English names, use design software that handles Arabic right-to-left text: Gulfsafes supplies CardPresso and eMedia CS2.
Payment, delivery and warranty
- All prices include 15% VAT, with a VAT invoice in your business name.
- Free door-to-door delivery across Saudi Arabia on orders over SAR 1,000.
- Pay with mada, Apple Pay, Visa or Mastercard, or in instalments with Tamara (subject to Tamara approval).
- Genuine HID printers and consumables, with setup support in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Al Khobar, Makkah and Madinah.
Still choosing a brand? Read our card printer buying guide.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an HID Fargo printer cost in Saudi Arabia?
At Gulfsafes: DTC1250e Single Side SAR 4,600, DTC1250e Duplex SAR 6,613, HDP5000e SAR 17,250 and HDP6600 SAR 19,550, all including VAT.
What is the cheapest HID Fargo card printer?
The DTC1250e Single Side at SAR 4,600 incl. VAT. It prints 225 full-colour cards per hour at 300 dpi.
Is the HDP6600 worth SAR 2,300 more than the HDP5000e?
For most buyers, yes: it prints at 600 dpi instead of 300, at 230 cards per hour instead of 133, with wasteless lamination. The HDP5000e has the longer printer warranty (4 years vs 3).
Do I need the DTC1250e Duplex?
Only if you print on the back of the card, such as terms, a barcode or a second language. It costs SAR 2,013 more than the single-sided model.
Which HID Fargo printer is best for smart and access cards?
A retransfer model: the HDP5000e (SAR 17,250) or HDP6600 (SAR 19,550). Retransfer prints safely over the chip and antenna.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. Tamara instalments are available at checkout, subject to Tamara approval, alongside mada, Apple Pay, Visa and Mastercard.
Are prices inclusive of VAT?
Yes. All prices shown include 15% VAT, and every order comes with a VAT invoice.
Order online or ask us
Add a printer to the cart, or call or WhatsApp +966 55 162 8281 (Sunday to Thursday, 9 am to 6 pm), or email info@gulfsafes.com with your card type and yearly volume.