Library Card

• Access to all physical materials.
• 24/7 access to Digital Resources including eBooks and Audiobooks.
• Resident cards are valid for 3 years.
• Non-Resident cards are $149/year or $37/3 months. For applicants outside of Austin Full Purpose, Austin 2 Mile ETJ, Austin 5 Mile ETJ, Austin LTD jurisdiction.

Applicants 17 and younger

• Youth and Student Cards are available.
• Parent or guardian must have a valid ID and proof of address
• If the child isn't present, bring their birth certificate, photo ID, or Social Security Card.
• Resident cards are valid for 3 years or until the child turns 18.
• Non-Resident cards are $149 a year or $37 for 3 months. For applicants outside of Austin Full Purpose, Austin 2 Mile ETJ, Austin 5 Mile ETJ, Austin LTD jurisdiction.
• Free for Travis County students until high school graduation.
  • Including private school, public, daycare, charter, and home school students.
• Cards automatically provided for students in some districts; some require opt-in.
• Parent or guardian is responsible for the card's use.