 Library Card Application - Printable Version
Print and complete an application; bring it to any branch of the Palm Beach County Library System with proof of current address and receive a library card with full borrowing privileges.
Online e-Card Registration Form
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How do I get a library card?
All residents in the Palm Beach County Library District are eligible for a free library card. Cards are valid for 2 years.
The Palm Beach County Library District is a special taxing district that provides library services to unincorporated areas of the County and residents in the following municipalities: Atlantis, Belle Glade, Briny Breezes, Cloud Lake, Glen Ridge, Greenacres, Haverhill, Hypoluxo, Juno Beach, Jupiter, Jupiter Inlet Colony, Lake Clarke Shores, Loxahatchee Groves, Mangonia Park, Ocean Ridge, Pahokee, Palm Beach Gardens, Palm Beach Shores, Royal Palm Beach, South Bay, South Palm Beach, Tequesta, and Wellington.
Residents of cities in the Library Cooperative also receive free cards. The Library Cooperative of the Palm Beaches includes: The Palm Beach County Library System, Boynton Beach City Library, Delray Beach Public Library, Lake Park Public Library, Lake Worth Public Library, Lantana Public Library, North Palm Beach Library, Palm Springs Public Library, Riviera Beach Public Library, and West Palm Beach Public Library.
In short, if you live in unincorporated Palm Beach County or one of the cities listed above, you are eligible for a free card.
You can get a library card at all locations in the System after verification of address. For address verification, please present one of the following:
- Florida driver's license
- Florida voter’s registration card
- Rental receipt, lease or deed
- Postmarked mail (must be accompanied by ID verifying name)
- Vehicle registration
- Checks imprinted with name and address
- Vehicle insurance card
- Condo ID with address
- Palm Beach County tax bill with library tax included
Children under 16 can get a card with a parent's or guardian's identification and signature. All children, from birth through 12th grade, living in Palm Beach County, are eligible for free juvenile library cards. Juvenile patrons cannot borrow videos or DVDs from the adult AV collection.
Use your card at any branch in the Palm Beach County Library System. When your card expires, we will re-verify your address and renew your card. There is a $1 charge to replace lost, damaged or stolen cards.
Other people may use your library card. However, you are responsible for any items checked out on that card. Be sure to report lost cards immediately.
Non-residents can purchase a card for an annual fee of $30 or $15 for a six-month period.
How long do I get to keep library material?
The loan period for library materials varies by item and demand.
- Videocassettes and DVDs - 7 days
- New Books & Best Sellers - 14 days
- Music CD's - 14 days
- Audio Books (6 or fewer Tapes or CDs) - 14 days
- Audio Books (7 or more Tapes or CDs) - 28 Days
- All other books including children's books can be checked out for 28 days.
You can return library materials to any branch in the library system.
How do I place an item on hold?
If the book, video or DVD you want is at another branch location our courier will deliver it to the branch of your choice. Place holds at our website. You can place holds in person or over the phone.
How do I place an Interlibrary Loan?
If a book is not in our collection, we'll be happy to try to obtain it for you through an interlibrary loan.
How do I renew my materials?
If no one is waiting for the material, you can renew it up to three (3) times. DVDs may be renewed once (if there is no waiting list).
To request a renewal visit any branch of the library system or My Account section of this website. To learn how, check out How to Renew Books.
What is a PIN?
Your Personal Identification Number (PIN) allows you to access your borrowing information on our website. A PIN is assigned to you when you receive your library card. If you do not know your PIN, we suggest you try the last four digits of your home phone number. To change your PIN visit a branch and speak to staff at the check-out desk or online in the "My Account" section of our Web Catalog.
In the My Account section, enter your library card number without any spaces (i.e.. D012345678).
How many items may I borrow?
You may borrow up to 50 items. The limit for DVDs is 10.
Are there fees for late, damaged or lost materials?
Overdue fines are 10 cents per day for late materials. Overdue fines stop accumulating when the materials are returned or when the maximum fine limit of $5.00 per item is reached.
You are responsible for returning materials in good condition. Additional fines for lost, damaged, or never returned materials may be charged.
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