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Get an Irving Public Library Card

There are several ways to get a library card with Irving Public Library!


Visit any of the three library locations during open hours to register. Visitors should bring photo identification with current address. See the sidebar of acceptable forms of identification for ID options. Fees may apply for those who reside outside of Irving.


Need to place an item on hold quickly or just pick up that new card faster? Preregister online !


The preregistration number (SELFREG number) may be used to place two physical items on hold, which can be picked up along with the new card. A preregistration number may not be used to check out any items, including digital items.


After preregistering online, customers have 30 days to complete their registration by visiting an Irving Library location to present acceptable forms of identification and pick up the new card.


Irving residents who prefer not to visit the library in person may sign up for a card via email. See below for more information.


EMAIL REGISTRATION (IRVING RESIDENTS ONLY)

Irving residents may get a new card over email by following these steps:

  1. First, fill out the online Self Registration Form
  2. Next, email the assigned SELFREG#, along with a scanned copy or photo of each of the acceptable forms of identification (see sidebar) to circulation@irvingtx.gov .
  3. Please write REGISTER IPL CARD in the email subject line.


The security of personal information emailed to the library cannot be guaranteed.


Please allow up to 48 hours for the card registration to be approved and processed . An email reply will be sent to confirm that the card is registered. The card will then be mailed to the resident’s registered address. 


MORE INFORMATION ON LIBRARY CARDS 

See the Card Type page for additional information concerning card requirements and privileges.

ID Requirements for Library Cards

ID Requirements List

To register for or renew a library card please present a photo ID from the List A below that shows your current address. If the ID does not list the current address or if the ID is expired then a separate proof of Address ID from List B is required. Address ID from List B must show name and the current address. A listed P.O. Box address is not proof of residency.


List A - Photo ID

Photocopies of IDs are not accepted

  1. Driver’s license
  2. State or federal government ID
  3. US military or veteran ID
  4. Passport (U.S. or non-U.S.)
  5. Foreign government ID
  6. Residency or employment visa
  7. Work photo ID
  8. Irving Parks & Rec ID
  9. School ID (must be current for Irving Student Card)


List B - Address ID

Within 3 months, official electronic version is acceptable

  1. Car or vehicle insurance
  2. Recent utility bill
  3. Signed lease agreement
  4. Recent paycheck stub
  5. Voter’s registration card
  6. Recent business mail
  7. Current report card with address listed
  8. Proof of current enrollment



Lista de Requisitos para ID