Giftable library cards are now available at all SAPL locations. This specially designed card comes with all packaging materials for a complete gift presentation. Just like the Library, this gift package is completely free and offers the recipient access to a world of possibilities. A Library card provides all this and more:
When you're ready to activate your card, visit any San Antonio Public Library location with a valid photo ID and proof of address. Our friendly staff will activate your new limited-edition library card and answer any questions you have about your new account.
Library cards for kids and teens: Bexar County residents under 18 can also register for a card by presenting a photo ID or proof of address. Younger children without these documents can sign up when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian with valid photo ID and proof of address.
Yes, if you received a library card featuring the phrase "Someone who ❤️s me got me this San Antonio Public Library card" then you are holding a real library card waiting to be activated. Lucky you! Make your way to any SAPL location to activate it today.
San Antonio Public Library cards are free for residents of Bexar County, but there are options for people who live outside the county:
Any Bexar County resident can register a San Antonio Public Library card with a valid photo ID and proof of address. People less than 18 years of age can register for a card by presenting a photo ID or proof of address. Younger children without these documents can sign up when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian with a valid photo ID and proof of address.
Well aren't you generous! This promotion is available to anyone while supplies last. Visit your local SAPL location and ask for a giftable library card. You can gift up to five cards.
Don't worry! You can renew or replace your old card with your new limited-edition gift. If our staff can't locate your old account, they will happily register a new account using your new card.
Expired card? Don’t worry! Renew your expired or soon-to-expire library card by visiting any SAPL location during business hours with a valid photo ID and proof of address.
Life happens. Libraries help! Replace a worn, damaged, or lost card by visiting any SAPL location during business hours with a valid photo ID and proof of address.
We’re here to help! Search FAQs and talk to a friendly staff member by by phone, text, or chat. Learn how at our Ask MySAPL web page!
Awesome – time to put it to use! Start searching the library catalog and find your next great adventure.
