How to Apply for a Library Card

To borrow books -- or any other materials -- you will need a library card. Your first card is issued free a replacement card is $2.00.

How to Apply
Come into your local Tulare County branch library or a member of the San Joaquin Valley Library System to register for a library card, and access a world of unlimited information. In order to register you must provide a photo ID.

Please note: Parents or legal guardian identification is required for juvenile’s registration. The juvenile must be present to receive card.

Preferred Photo Identification
• California Driver's License
• Out of State License is also acceptable
• California Identification Card
• Government Issued ID Card
• Current Passport
• School Identification Card

Please note: If your current address is not on your photo ID, please bring in one item to verify your current address. Acceptable items are provided below.

Verification of Address
• California Driver’s License
• California Identification Card
• Recent utility bill
• Official mail via USPS with recent postmark
• Vehicle registration or proof of insurance
• Imprinted checkbook
• Current rental / lease agreement

For additional questions or information on how to obtain a library card, please contact (559) 713-2711

Library Card Applications
• Adult Library Card Application in English (PDF) Library Card Application in Spanish (PDF)
• Children Library Card Application in English (PDF) Library Card Application in Spanish (PDF)