Q. What documents are required to get a Library Card?

A Library card is issued when the following ID is presented in-person:

• Valid California ID with current residence address
• Valid San Francisco City ID with current residence address
• Valid Consular ID card with current residence address

OR, any item from EACH of the following two lists:

1. Name Verification – Valid Photo ID, including but not limited to:

• Passport, issued by the United States or other government
• Permanent Resident ID (aka, Green Card)
• Military ID
• School-issued Student ID
• Employee ID Card
• Out-of-state Driver's License
• Credit Card with Photograph
• Treasure Island ID
• SF Jail Bracelet
• Other government issued Photo ID

2. Address Verification (must include name and California residential address).

• Mail postmarked within the last 30 days
• Current utility bill within last 30 days (may be presented in paper or on a digital device)
• An imprinted bank check or deposit slip
• Current rent receipt, lease agreement, or mortgage statement (confirming 30 day occupancy)
• Bank statement (current within 30 days)
• Paycheck statement (current within 30 days)
• Welcome Postcard provided by patron with recent postmark

Types of Library Card Accounts