Brooklyn Public Library - Library Card Application

1. Have you ever had a BPL card before?

No, this is my first one
I am only interested in eBooks.
Yes, but I lost it, or it was stolen
Yes, but it expired
Yes, but I want a new one for other reasons

Note: Please check this map to see which BPL branch locations are currently processing in-person library cards. For immediate access to ebooks, audiobooks, and online databases, feel free to apply for an eCard.

Out of State Residents may apply for a Brooklyn Public Library membership (via this application) and enjoy access to our extensive selection of Articles & Databases and eBooks and eAudio. There is an annual, non-refundable $50 fee for out-of-state cardholders. Out of State Resident Library cards expire every year. To renew your out-of-state membership, please send an e-mail to [email protected] with your library card barcode and copy of acceptable ID. A $50.00 non-refundable annual fee will be applied to your account.

2. Tell us about yourself

*First Name

Middle Initial

*Last Name

*Birthdate

Children 12 and under must apply in person

Simply come into any BPL branch with a parent or guardian who has acceptable ID and speak to a staff member about applying for a card.

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I am a NYC educator, homeschool or daycare instructor, school administrator, school librarian, academic librarian, or paraprofessional and I want to register for an educator card .

School Name

Other

School Address

School City

School State

School Zip

Get a Library Card

1. Have you ever had a BPL card before?

2. Tell us about yourself

Children 12 and under must apply in person

3. Where do you live?

Out-of-state residents can pay $50 to get a BPL Card

4. How should we contact you?