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PDF417 Barcode Generator

Create a PDF417 barcode in seconds. High-capacity 2D barcode used on driver's licenses, IDs, and boarding passes.

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General Purpose

Industrial Barcodes

Postal Barcodes

Healthcare Barcodes

Government & Identity

GS1 Barcodes

2D Barcodes

Any text, up to 500 characters

Fill in the details on the left to generate your QR code.

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Why use a pdf417 barcode?

  • What it encodes: Any text, up to 500 characters
  • Category: Government & Identity — IDs, licenses, and official documents.
  • Custom bar and background colors
  • Free instant PNG, SVG, and PDF download — no sign-up required

How it works

  1. 1Confirm PDF417 is selected in the generator above.
  2. 2Enter the value to encode — it takes less than a minute.
  3. 3Customize the bar and background colors if you'd like.
  4. 4Download instantly as PNG, SVG, or PDF.

PDF417 barcode — frequently asked questions

High-capacity 2D barcode used on driver's licenses, IDs, and boarding passes.