How to Register for a New Library Card

Cards are free and available to California residents.

For the fastest service for all card types, register online. You will receive your new Library card number immediately.

There are three different types of cards with varying benefits: Instant Online Access Card, Limited Access Card and Full Access Card.

Library Card Types and Benefits

Benefits and Requirements	Instant Online Access Card	Limited Access Card	Full Access Card
ID Requirements	Email address only	Email address for online resources Photo ID OR Proof of Address	Email address for online resources Photo ID AND Proof of Address
Available Immediately		Must visit Library	Must visit Library
Instant Access to All Electronic Items (eBooks, streaming services, databases)
Place Holds on Physical Items
Check Out Physical Items	Not available	Up to two	Up to 100
Request Items through Link+
Age Limit	13 and older	13 and older Under 13, both child and guardian must be present	13 and older Under 13, both child and guardian must be present

Student Virtual Library Cards are issued through a collaboration with local schools.

Photo Identification

Acceptable forms of photo identification include:

• California Driver's License
• California Identification Card
• Passport
• Employee Identification Card
• Student Identification Card

Proof of Address

Acceptable forms of address verification include:

• Current utility, property tax or other bill (may show electronic version of bill)
• Piece of mail with postmark within the last 30 days
• Paystub

If you do not have photo identification or verification of your current mailing address, you may request the Library send you a postcard which can serve as proof of address.

Card Renewals

Library cards are good for 15 years, as long as there is circulation activity within the last 10 years.

Lost Cards

Report lost cards immediately.
Contact us to receive a free replacement card: 408-730-7300