The Rolex warranty card is an important component of each watch purchase. It serves as proof of authenticity and confirms the warranty period, making it an important document for watch owners and collectors.

However, over time, counterfeit warranty cards have begun appearing in the market. To protect customers and strengthen trust, Rolex has updated the design of its warranty card multiple times. The latest version, released in mid-2020, includes enhanced security features, making it easier to identify genuine warranty cards while making it harder for counterfeits to be passed off as authentic.

Rolex Warranty Card Information Display

Rolex warranty card(Late 2014  - Mid 2020)

Rolex warranty card(Mid 2020 - Current year)

Key Features of the Latest Rolex Warranty Card

1. NFC chip

One major update is the built-in NFC chip. When the card is held close to an NFC-enabled smartphone, the smartphone detects the card and opens the official Rolex website. This is crucial for the card to establish a direct link with Rolex. In short, this mechanism allows the card to “communicate” with Rolex online, thereby proving its authenticity. Since counterfeit cards cannot perform this function, the NFC chip serves as a powerful anti-counterfeiting security feature.

Phone detecting NFC chip in the warranty card

2. Embossed serial number and model number

Unlike the numbers printed on the old version of the card using flat printing, the new version of the card has the model number and serial number printed using embossed printing. These embossed details can be confirmed by touch, making it more difficult for counterfeiters to replicate them.

Close-up showing the raised text on the warranty card

3. Gold border

The sides of the card are finished with gold. This detail not only adds a touch of elegance to the card, but also serves as another important means of authenticating its authenticity due to the difficulty of accurately replicating it.

Gold finish of the warranty card’s edge

4. UV Safety Feature

Under normal light, the card looks very simple. However, when exposed to UV light, a hidden pattern appears. On the back of the card, a chip-like hologram design appears in the blank space above the serial number. Although this feature is inconspicuous, it is extremely effective in verifying the authenticity of the card.

UV light revealing the security pattern on the warranty card

5. Sand background texture

If you look closely at the background of the card, you'll see that it's covered with a layer of golden sand texture on top of a dark green base. This texture not only gives the card a unique look, but also makes it way harder to copy.

Golden sand background on the warranty card

Most counterfeit cards cannot replicate the advanced security features used by Rolex. Subtle differences in print quality, texture, and embedded features can be identified as counterfeit through detailed inspection. By carefully checking these details and confirming that the card has been electronically registered by an authorized dealer, you can accurately distinguish between genuine Rolex warranty cards and counterfeits.