Get a Library Card

Fayette Co. residents are eligible for a free library card.  You have 2 options:

Traditional library card

• Apply in-person at any of our locations with a valid picture ID with your current address or a valid picture ID and proof of current address (e.g., pre-printed check, recent bill, or piece of mail). For juveniles (under age 18), a parent or legal guardian must apply and present identification.
• If you'd like, you can complete the application form before your visit here.  Applications will be kept on file for 30 days.

Digital library card

• Receive a library card via email that can be added to your smartphone’s digital wallet (iOS and Android) by applying for a digital library card. 
• If you are an adult applying for a digital library card, click here.
• If you are an adult applying on behalf of a juvenile (under 18), click here.
• If you are unable to pass the verification process, you may apply in person for a traditional library card at any of our locations.

Individuals who work in Fayette County are eligible for a free library card.

• Apply in-person at any of our locations with a valid picture ID with your current address or a valid picture ID and proof of current address (e.g., pre-printed check, recent bill, or piece of mail) and proof of local employment (e.g., business card, company identification badge, company paycheck stub, or letter from employer). For juveniles (under age 18), a parent or legal guardian must apply and present identification.
• If you'd like, you can complete the application form before your visit here.  Applications will be kept on file for 30 days.

Individuals who own property in Fayette County are eligible for a free library card.

• Apply in-person at any of our locations with a valid picture ID with your current address or a valid picture ID and proof of current address (e.g., pre-printed check, recent bill, or piece of mail), as well as a property tax bill, an escrow statement from your mortgage company showing payment of taxes, or a valid deed.
• If you'd like, you can complete the application form before your visit here.  Applications will be kept on file for 30 days.

Fayette County students are eligible for a free library card. For juveniles (under age 18), a parent or legal guardian must apply and present identification.

• Apply in-person at any of our locations with a valid picture ID with your current address or a valid picture ID and proof of current address (e.g., pre-printed check, recent bill, or piece of mail), as well as a student ID.
• If you'd like, you can complete the application form before your visit here.  Applications will be kept on file for 30 days.

Residents of the following counties are eligible for a free library card: Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Estill, Franklin, Garrard, Harrison, Jessamine, Lincoln, Madison, Mercer, Nicholas, Powell, Scott, and Woodford.

• Apply in-person at any of our locations with a valid picture ID with your current address or a valid picture ID and proof of current address (e.g., pre-printed check, recent bill, or piece of mail), as well as a library card from your home county. For juveniles (under age 18), a parent or legal guardian must apply and present identification.
• If you'd like, you can complete the application form before your visit here.  Applications will be kept on file for 30 days.

Kentucky residents who do not live in the following counties can pay a $10.00 fee to receive a library card: Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Estill, Franklin, Garrard, Harrison, Jessamine, Lincoln, Madison, Mercer, Nicholas, Powell, Scott, and Woodford.

• Apply in-person at any of our locations with a valid picture ID with your current address or a valid picture ID and proof of current address (e.g., pre-printed check, recent bill, or piece of mail). For juveniles (under age 18), a parent or legal guardian must apply and present identification.
• If you'd like, you can complete the application form before your visit here.  Applications will be kept on file for 30 days.

You are not eligible for a library card through Lexington Public Library. Please contact your local library to apply for a card.

Your default PIN is the last 4 digits of the phone number on-file for your account.

Update your contact information by accessing your online account.

Please report a lost or stolen library card right away to prevent unauthorized use.  We can issue a replacement card on your next visit to any of our locations.  Don't forget to bring a photo ID.

You can add your library card to your digital wallet on compatible iOS and Android devices.  Click here to request a digital version of your library card

Student Success library cards are issued in partnership with local schools.  Please contact your school to find out if they participate in the Student Success program.

The Teacher Card is a library card specifically designed for all kinds of teachers in Fayette County, including, but not limited to, those in public and private schools, daycare centers and preschools, homeschools (one card per family), student teachers, college professors and teaching assistants, and religious school teachers. Teacher Cards have an increased reserve limit of 30 items. The loan period for 28-day items is increased to 6 weeks.

You can apply for a Teacher Card at any of our locations.  Teacher Cards expire every two years and will be renewed upon verbal or written confirmation of teacher status.