Riverside County Library System
Official public library system associated with Riverside County for browsing. Independent city library systems may also serve the county. Membership rules, branch service areas and every address in the county are not implied by this association.
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- Availability · Adult California card valid three years
- Adult California Residents: This card can be used at any Riverside County Library System location, and for online resources. Cards must be renewed every 3 years.
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Adult California Residents: This card can be used at any Riverside County Library System location, and for online resources. Cards must be renewed every 3 years.
Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot
1dc6ca53a7bec73a - Availability · Temporary digital card lasts three months; full continuation requires branch visit/California residence proof
- We invite you to apply for a Temporary Digital Card to access digital materials only – including eBooks, eAudiobooks, and online resources – for 3 months from the date of registration. These cards must be renewed in person by visiting any of the RCLS branches and providing proof of residency in California.
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We invite you to apply for a Temporary Digital Card to access digital materials only – including eBooks, eAudiobooks, and online resources – for 3 months from the date of registration. These cards must be renewed in person by visiting any of the RCLS branches and providing proof of residency in California.
Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot
1dc6ca53a7bec73a - Availability · Convert eCard to full service at branch with ID and address proof
- Visit your nearest RCLS library branch with your ID and proof of address to convert your eCard online registration to a full service card, giving you access to books, DVDs, and more!
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Visit your nearest RCLS library branch with your ID and proof of address to convert your eCard online registration to a full service card, giving you access to books, DVDs, and more!
Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot
1dc6ca53a7bec73a - Availability · First-card/replacement statement; non-California annual fee remains separate
- The first card you receive is free. If you lose or damage your card, you can obtain a replacement card for $1.00. Please report a lost card immediately, as you may be liable for the first $50 in fines.
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The first card you receive is free. If you lose or damage your card, you can obtain a replacement card for $1.00. Please report a lost card immediately, as you may be liable for the first $50 in fines.
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Before you start · 5 requirements & conditions
- Eligibility & access · California-resident county-system card
- Any resident of California can receive a Riverside County Library System card. Apply for a card at any Library location, including our mobile resource vans.
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Any resident of California can receive a Riverside County Library System card. Apply for a card at any Library location, including our mobile resource vans.
Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot
1dc6ca53a7bec73a - Information & documents · California ID/current address or identity+mailing proof; parent/legal-guardian signature
- To get a card, you will need to show either a valid California Driver License (Digital DL/ID are acceptable) with a current address, or two forms of identification, one showing who you are and the other indicating your current mailing address in California. Parents or legal guardians must sign for children’s cards.
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To get a card, you will need to show either a valid California Driver License (Digital DL/ID are acceptable) with a current address, or two forms of identification, one showing who you are and the other indicating your current mailing address in California. Parents or legal guardians must sign for children’s cards.
Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot
1dc6ca53a7bec73a - Information & documents · Children15-and-under parent/legal-guardian signed form
- Children: Children 15 and under may obtain a library card by returning an application form signed by a parent or legal guardian. Financial responsibility for the library card of a minor falls to the adult that registers and signs for the card.
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Children: Children 15 and under may obtain a library card by returning an application form signed by a parent or legal guardian. Financial responsibility for the library card of a minor falls to the adult that registers and signs for the card.
Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot
1dc6ca53a7bec73a - Eligibility & access · Internet-only visitor card: no address verification, no material checkout
- Internet Only: Visitors are allowed to apply for an Internet Only card in order to use Library computers. This card can not be used to check out materials. The Internet Only card does not require address verification.
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Internet Only: Visitors are allowed to apply for an Internet Only card in order to use Library computers. This card can not be used to check out materials. The Internet Only card does not require address verification.
Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot
1dc6ca53a7bec73a - Eligibility & access · Out-of-state annual-fee card renewed in person every year
- Out of State Visitors: Visitors from outside California are welcome to apply for a library card in person at any of our branches for a $10 annual fee. Please note that these cards must be renewed in person each year.
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Out of State Visitors: Visitors from outside California are welcome to apply for a library card in person at any of our branches for a $10 annual fee. Please note that these cards must be renewed in person each year.
Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot
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You can obtain a library card by registering in person or online.
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