Library card application

To be eligible for a Library card for the Kansas City Public Library, you must be a Kansas or Missouri resident.

This online form is ONLY for applicants 13 years and older. We're happy to accept applications for those 12 and under at any of our library locations (must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian).

Fill out this online form or visit a library branch. One of our librarians will be happy to give you a paper Library card application. Just fill it out and turn it in to the circulation desk.

I am: *

Contact Information

First Name: *

Middle Name:

Last Name: *

Name Suffix:

E-mail Address:

Home Phone: *

Example: 8165551234

Address: *

Apartment Number:

City: *

State: *

Zip Code: *

Best way to contact me: *

Select one for receipt of overdue notices, hold notices, etc.

Library Card Information

Date of Birth: *

(YYYY/MM/DD)

PIN: *

4 Digits (you can change it later)

Re-type PIN: *

I live: *

This is for statistical purposes

Library Card Number:

If you are renewing your account, but you still have your previous Library card, please enter the number

I agree by submitting this application to take care of materials checked out with my card, and pay any fines or damages that occur. I understand that until I notify the Kansas City Public Library of a lost or stolen card, I am responsible for all materials checked out on my library card.