Black Friday and Cyber Monday Metal Card Deals 2026

Black Friday falls on November 28, 2026. Cyber Monday follows on December 1. If a custom metal card has been on your list, this is the window where timing and holiday gifting line up.

Lion Card converts your existing plastic card into stainless steel or brass using a patented process. Your chip, account, and bank stay the same. The material, the weight, and the look change completely. BFCM Week is the smartest time to order if you want a metal card under the tree by December 25.

Why BFCM Week Is the Right Time to Order

The reason is simple math. A standard domestic conversion takes 5 to 7 business days from when Lion Card receives your card. Order during BFCM week, ship your card in promptly, and the finished metal card arrives well before Christmas with room to spare.

Wait until mid-December, and you are racing the clock. Holiday shipping volume slows every carrier, and a conversion requires mailing in your plastic card first. BFCM week gives you roughly four weeks of cushion before December 25, more than enough for domestic orders and tight but workable for international.

Lion Card has been running seasonal promotions for over a decade, including holiday sales. Check the site during BFCM week for any active promo codes or limited-time offers.

What You Already Get at Full Price

Even without a seasonal discount, every Lion Card order includes real value built into the standard price.

• Free prepaid inbound label. Lion Card emails a tracked USPS First Class label after checkout. You do not pay to ship your card in.
• Return shipping included. Your finished metal card and original plastic card ship back at no extra cost for domestic orders.
• Mockup approval. You see and approve a digital mockup before production starts. No surprises.
• 30-day guarantee. If you are not satisfied, contact Lion Card within 30 days of receiving your order.
• 60-day warranty. Covers chip and magnetic stripe defects, so the card works as promised.

International orders ship back via FedEx International Priority for a flat $65, with the same tracked process.

What to Order for Holiday Delivery

Three main options fit the holiday gift window. Each uses the same patented EMV chip transfer, and each ships on the same timeline.

All three start with the card the recipient already carries. If you are gifting one, you will need access to their plastic card to mail it in. One option is to coordinate with them directly. Another is to order a Lion Card gift and plan the mail-in together after the holiday.

Holiday Order Timeline

Timing matters more than price during the holiday season. Here is a planning checklist for BFCM orders.

1. Order during BFCM week (Nov 28 to Dec 1). Place your order online and receive the prepaid shipping label by email.
2. Mail your card in immediately. The sooner it ships, the sooner the turnaround begins. Do not wait until after the holiday weekend to drop it off.
3. Card arrives at the lab in 2 to 3 business days. Domestic transit via USPS First Class.
4. Conversion takes 1 to 2 business days. Lion Card starts the same day it receives your card and emails a photo when finished.
5. Return shipping adds 2 to 3 business days. Both your original and the new metal card come back together, tracked.
6. Target arrival before December 20. This leaves a few days of buffer before Christmas, accounting for holiday carrier delays.

For international orders, the total timeline runs 10 to 14 business days. Ordering by late November is critical to clear customs and arrive before the holiday.

Consider These Add-Ons

Two extras are worth knowing about before you check out.

Card Insurance is available in two tiers: a 2-year plan for $59 or a 4-year plan for $99. Each covers up to two replacements with a $25 deductible and must be added at purchase. For a gift, insurance adds peace of mind past the holiday.

Expedited shipping is available at checkout if timing is tight. Standard shipping is free, but the upgrade is there if you need it.

Order When the Timing Is Right

A metal card is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. There is no recurring fee and no annual charge. BFCM week is the right time to order because the turnaround lines up with Christmas delivery, not because you need a discount to justify the price. The card weighs 28 grams of real metal, carries your real chip, and works with your real bank. That value holds year-round.

Ready to start? Learn what a metal credit card actually is or jump straight into the design your own studio and build yours before the holiday rush.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lion Card run a Black Friday or Cyber Monday sale?

Lion Card has historically run seasonal promotions around major holidays. Check the site during BFCM week (November 28 to December 1, 2026) for any active promo codes or limited-time offers. Regardless of whether a discount is live, every order includes free domestic shipping both ways and a 30-day guarantee.

Will my order arrive before Christmas if I order on Black Friday?

Yes, in most cases. The standard domestic turnaround is 5 to 7 business days from when Lion Card receives your card. Ordering on Black Friday and mailing your card in promptly puts the return delivery well before December 25, with buffer for holiday shipping delays.

Can I order a metal card as a gift for someone else?

You can, but the conversion requires the recipient's physical plastic card. You will need to coordinate with them to mail it in. One approach is to gift the idea during the holiday and plan the mail-in together afterward, so the surprise stays intact while the process stays smooth.

What is the best time of year to buy a metal card?

BFCM week is the strongest window because it aligns holiday promotions with enough lead time for Christmas delivery. That said, a custom metal card starts at $99 year-round with free domestic shipping, so there is no penalty for ordering outside the holiday window if timing is not a factor.

Does the military discount stack with a holiday promo?

Lion Card offers a military discount that can be verified separately through the site. Whether it combines with a seasonal BFCM code depends on the specific promotion. Check with Lion Card directly at metal@lioncard.com or (408) 999-5466 if you want to confirm before ordering.

Is it safe to mail my card in during the holiday season?

Yes. Lion Card provides a prepaid, tracked USPS label for inbound shipping and tracks the return leg as well. You can freeze your card or send it with a zero balance during transit. The company never asks for your PIN, SSN, or banking passwords, and your card data is permanently deleted once the order is completed. Holiday carrier volume may add a day or two to transit, but the tracking process and security practices stay the same.