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Lee County Library Card
Lee County Library System (LCLS) Library Card
All library branches and events are open to the public. To qualify for borrowing privileges you must register for a library card. The library has more than 3 million items available for use or check out. Cardholders also gain access to popular digital content via Libby, hoopla, kanopy and much more.

Two Easy Ways to Get a Library Card
If you live, work, go to school, or own property or a business Lee County, FL, you can get a free LCLS library card.
  • Visit one of our branch locations with your valid, local Florida Driver’s License or Florida I.D. Card. Click on the first FAQ listed below to see additional options for proof of eligibility.

  • Register for our eCard online if you are at least 18 years of age and are a resident of OR own property in Lee County, FL.
Frequently Asked Questions About Your Library Card
When applying for a library card in-person you must bring proof of eligibility with you.

Options include:
Preferred - Valid, local Florida Driver’s License or Florida I.D. Card
OR, valid photo ID along with one of the following:
  • Lee County property tax receipt for most recent year
  • Tax STRAP number
  • Proof of real property or business ownership (for example, deed, mortgage agreement, business license issued in Lee County)
  • Rental agreement or lease (for at least six months)
  • Valid local College/University photo ID and a document with home address
  • Boat slip live aboard rental agreement (for at least six months)
  • Valid Lee County, FL vehicle registration
  • Voter’s registration card with Lee County address
  • Utility bill or bank statement (postmarked within 90 days)
  • Recent paycheck stub (from a business in Lee County)
  • Work photo ID (from a business in Lee County) and official document with applicant’s current address
  • Consular photo ID with Lee County address
For children and teens under age 18:
  1. Name ID, such as birth certificate, insurance card, school ID, official school schedule, report card or letter from school, and
  2. Parent or legal guardian who accompanies the child or teen shows ID for proof of address. Must owe less than $10 on their own library account
A Child/Teen Limited card, which limits check out to two items, is available with Name ID only.
Yes. We have both non-resident cards and visitor cards availalbe for purchase. Non-residents must show identification and apply for a card in person. Library card applications cannot be submitted by fax or through the mail.

  • Visitor Cards
    $15 and valid for three months. Additional consecutive months can be purchased for $5 each.

  • Non-resident Cards
    $60 and valid for one year.
You may be able to get a card. We participate in the Southwest Florida Library Network (SWFLN) reciprocal borrowing program which allows library patrons to borrow materials directly from participating libraries. Learn more about reciprocal borrowing privileges. 
Your Lee County Library System card can be used at all 13 library locations. Your card also can be used to download and stream content plus access a variety of resources from the online library.
Loss or theft of a card, as well as change of address, should be reported to the library immediately.
Library Card Renewals
Library cards must be renewed every two years. Most accounts will need to be renewed in person with the same documents required for a new library card.

eRenewOnline Card Renewal for Adults
Certain cards may be renewed online. Cardholders who are at least 18 years of age and who are residents or own property in Lee County, Florida, with an outstanding balance of less than $10 on their account may use this service. Get more information and renew your card online at eRenew.
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