Get a Library Card

Overview

Library cards are free! Visit the library today to connect to a world of resources.

Can't get to the Library but still want to use our services? Sign up for an Online Services Library Card. As an online registrant, you will be able to:

To check out physical items and access all library digital resources, complete your registration by visiting the library in person. Please bring a legal photo ID to the Library's Customer Service desk. 

Have a question? Call the customer service desk at 760-839-4683.

Who Can Get a Library Card

Any person may get a library card with a legal photo ID.

What You Need to Get a Full-Service Library Card

With a full-service library card, you can:

  • Borrow books, magazines, music, and movies
  • Get access to research databases to find magazine/journal articles and business information
  • Use a computer with Internet access and Microsoft Office software
  • Borrow a Chromebook laptop and other electronic devices for in-library use.
  • To get a full service library card, visit the Library to fill out a Library Card Application. Please bring a legal photo ID.
  • Acceptable forms of ID:
    • Valid Driver's License
    • California ID card
    • Resident Alien card
    • Military ID
    • Passport
  • Parents or guardians must sign the application and show their ID for children and teens under 18 years of age. 
    • Parents/Guardians are responsible for any damages or losses to items checked out on their child's account.

Where You Can Use Your Card

  • You can only use your card at the Escondido Public Library. Escondido is not part of the San Diego Public Library System or the San Diego County Library System.
  • Returning books to libraries outside Escondido: If you return Escondido Public Library books to a library that is in San Diego County, but is outside the City of Escondido, you may be charged late fines. Please do not return CDs, DVDs, or audiobooks to any library except Escondido Public Library.

Lost Card

  • Report lost/stolen cards immediately to Customer Service: 760-839-4684
  • Replacement Library cards cost $2.