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APPLYING FOR A LIBRARY CARD

Download Application PDF.    Access online library card application.

 

Library building icon.Applying for a Library Card:

  • Fill out the Library Card Application (PDF) available at the circulation desk, or fill out our Online Library Card registration page. 
  • Submit your application or online library card number in person to the library for completion of the full registration process.
  • Online library card users will have limited online access until their card is verified and converted to a regular library card.
  • Verify your identification when visiting the library.
  • Parents must sign library card applications for children to receive general cards.
  • View Library Card Holder Privileges and Responsibilities.
  • Add no-reply@mendocinocounty.gov to your email delivery permissions to receive notifications.

You must have your card in order to:

  • Check out materials.
  • Request a book from another branch.
  • Use library internet workstations.
  • Gain access to databases from outside the Library (some databases may be limited by residence zip code).
  • Check out online e-books and audio books.
  • Access your account.

If your library card is lost or stolen, call the library immediately.

To get a limited use library card good for one year, you need an ID.

To get a general library card, you need an ID and a proof of California address.

Access more information about Library Cardholder Privileges and Responsibilities.


Additional Card Types:

Educator Library card.   Student Success Library card.  Library by Mail card.   Agency Library card.


Library ID requirements icon.The following are acceptable forms of ID:

  • State Driver's License or ID Card
  • Passport Book or Card
  • School Issued ID
  • Tribal ID
  • Matricula Consular ID
  • Law Enforcement ID
  • Military ID
  • Government Issued ID
  • Green Card or Permanent Resident Card
  • Other Credible ID such as Credit Card with photo

Address requirements.The following are acceptable for address verification:

  • Current Driver's License
  • California DMV ID
  • Printed Checks
  • Car Registration
  • Legal Papers
  • Current Mail (no older than 1 month)

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