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Sacramento Public Library Cards
Sacramento Public Library cards are available free of charge to California residents. A Sacramento Public Library card allows you access to useful databases, library services and MORE!
Sacramento Public Library Card Application
2 simple items needed for a Sacramento Public Library Card
- Photo ID
- Proof of Address
3 simple steps to receive a Sacramento Public Library Card
- Complete the Library Card Application.
- Bring One Photo ID (Required):
Any one of the following ID’s is acceptable:
Current California Drivers License, California ID, Matricula Consular, Passport, or Resident Alien card - Bring One Proof of Address (Required):
Current California Drivers License, current utility bill, vehicle registration, pay stub with printed address
Acceptable forms of ID and address verification
Information and Facts
- If under the age of 18, a co-signing parent or legal guardian is required
- Report a lost or stolen library card immediately. Cost for a replacement card $2.00.
- One library card issued per person with a two-year expiration date
- Renew a library card free of charge at any Sacramento Public Library
- A Sacramento Public Library card may be used at all Sacramento Public Libraries, as well as Colusa County, Sutter County, City of Folsom and City of Woodland libraries
- Materials returned late are subject to daily fines. Once a card has amassed $5.00 or more in unpaid fines or fees, the card cannot be used to check out library materials until the fines or fees are paid.
The library card application is available in PDF format. You will need Adobe® Acrobat Reader to view the application. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Click the Adobe® Acrobat logo above to download a free reader.