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What Type of Access Card Do You Have?

Identify your card type in seconds — then see if we can duplicate it, how long it takes, and what it costs.

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How to Identify Your Card Type

Most people don't know what access card they have — and that's completely normal. Here are 3 ways to find out.

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1. Look at the card

Flip your card over and check for any text, logos, or numbers. HID cards often show the HID logo. Mifare cards may show "MIFARE" or "13.56MHz". Most older cards have no markings at all.

Works for ~40% of cards
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2. Try your phone's NFC

Open your phone's NFC reader app and tap your card. If your phone detects it, it's a 13.56MHz card (Mifare or HID iClass). If nothing happens, it's likely a 125kHz card (EM or HID Prox).

Works for 13.56MHz cards
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3. WhatsApp us a photo

Send us a photo of the front and back of your card on WhatsApp. We'll identify it instantly and tell you if we can duplicate it — before you even visit us. Free, no obligation.

Fastest & most reliable

Access Card Types We Duplicate

Find your card type below — each includes how to identify it, where it's commonly used, and our pricing.

Most common · Easiest to duplicate
EM4100 / HID Proximity — Standard Cards
125kHz · Low Frequency 99% success rate From $10
How to identify
  • Thin, plain card — often no markings at all
  • Phone NFC scanner does not detect it
  • May show "HID" logo or "125kHz" on reverse
  • EM cards sometimes show a faint silver antenna outline when held up to light
  • Common in buildings built before 2010
Commonly used in
  • Older HDB blocks
  • Older condominiums (pre-2015)
  • Office buildings
  • Car park gantries
  • Industrial and commercial buildings
⚡ Duplication time: 5 minutes
Very common · Most condo & newer HDB cards
Mifare Classic / Indala / Viking — Encrypted Cards
13.56MHz or 125kHz 99% success rate From $15
How to identify
  • Mifare Classic: phone NFC detects it but may show "unknown tag"
  • May show "MIFARE", NXP logo, or "13.56MHz" on card
  • Indala / Viking: plain card, no markings — phone won't detect
  • Keri, IoProx, GProx: brand name sometimes printed on card back
  • Common in buildings built between 2010–2020
Commonly used in
  • Newer HDB BTO flats
  • Most mid-range condominiums
  • Commercial office buildings
  • Government buildings
  • Retail malls and mixed developments
⚡ Duplication time: 10–20 minutes
High encryption · Premium condos & Grade A offices
Mifare Ultralight / DESFire / SecuraKey
13.56MHz · High Frequency 95% success rate From $35
How to identify
  • Phone NFC detects it and may show chip model details
  • May show "DESFire", "Ultralight", or "SecuraKey" text
  • Often a branded card with building name or logo printed on it
  • Usually issued with a card sleeve or lanyard
  • Common in buildings built after 2018
Commonly used in
  • Premium and luxury condominiums
  • Grade A office buildings (Raffles Place, Tanjong Pagar)
  • Hospitals and healthcare facilities
  • Schools and universities
  • Buildings built after 2018
⚡ Duplication time: 20–30 minutes
Highest security · Specialist equipment required
HID iClass / iClass SE / iClass Seos
13.56MHz · High Frequency ~70% success rate From $45
How to identify
  • Almost always shows the HID logo on the card
  • May show "iCLASS", "Seos", or "SE" text
  • Often black, white or grey with HID branding
  • Phone NFC may not detect it depending on variant
  • WhatsApp us a photo first — not all iClass cards can be duplicated
Commonly used in
  • High-security commercial buildings
  • Banks and financial institutions
  • Data centres
  • Premium Grade A offices
  • Some luxury condominiums
⚡ Duplication time: 30–45 minutes · Please WhatsApp us first

⚠️ Cards We Cannot Duplicate

  • HID iClass SE / Seos with advanced AES-128 encryption (some variants)
  • Cards using rolling codes or dynamic encryption
  • Government-issued cards (NRIC, EZ-Link, SingPass-linked cards)
  • Cards where the original is damaged or unreadable

Not sure if your card can be duplicated? WhatsApp us a photo first — we'll tell you immediately and honestly. There is no charge if we cannot duplicate your card.

Quick Comparison

All card types at a glance.

Card TypeFrequencyCommon BuildingsTimePriceSuccess Rate
EM4100 / HID Proximity125kHzOlder HDB, offices5 mins$1099%
Mifare Classic / Indala / Viking125kHz / 13.56MHzBTO HDB, condos10–20 mins$1599%
Mifare Ultralight / DESFire / SecuraKey13.56MHzPremium condos, Grade A offices20–30 mins$3595%
HID iClass / SE / Seos13.56MHzBanks, data centres, luxury condos30–45 mins$45~70%

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know what access card I have? +
The easiest way is to WhatsApp us a photo of the front and back of your card — we'll identify it instantly for free. Alternatively, try tapping your card with your phone's NFC — if it detects the card it's a 13.56MHz card (Mifare or HID iClass). If nothing happens, it's likely a 125kHz card (EM or HID Proximity).
What is the most common access card in Singapore? +
The most common cards are EM4100 (125kHz) in older HDB blocks and offices, and Mifare Classic (13.56MHz) in newer HDB BTO flats and most condominiums. Both can be duplicated from $10–$15.
Can all access cards be duplicated? +
We can duplicate approximately 90% of access cards used in Singapore. Cards we cannot duplicate include some HID iClass SE/Seos variants with advanced AES-128 encryption, cards with rolling codes, and government-issued cards. WhatsApp us a photo first and we'll confirm immediately — no charge if we can't do it.
What is the difference between 125kHz and 13.56MHz cards? +
125kHz (low frequency) cards like EM4100 and HID Proximity are older technology with no or basic encryption — easiest and cheapest to duplicate from $10. 13.56MHz (high frequency) cards like Mifare and HID iClass use advanced encryption and are more complex to duplicate, starting from $15–$45 depending on the encryption level.
My card has no markings — how do I identify it? +
Many access cards have no visible markings at all — this is very common. The best way is to WhatsApp us a clear photo of both sides of your card and we'll identify it using our equipment. Alternatively, try the phone NFC test as a first step.
Is there a charge if my card cannot be duplicated? +
No. If we are unable to duplicate your card, there is absolutely no charge. We will also let you know upfront via WhatsApp before you visit us if we suspect your card type cannot be duplicated.

Not Sure What Card You Have?

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