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Getting a Library Card in Wichita, KS

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Cost

Free

for eligible residents

Library

Wichita Public Library

Who is Eligible?

Anyone may open a free account. Residents of Kansas are eligible for full borrowing privileges, while non-Kansas residents have limited physical checkout privileges. Minors under 18 require a signing adult.

How to Apply

You can begin the registration process online to receive a temporary card number for placing holds. To obtain a permanent card and full access, you must visit a library location in person with the required documentation. Minors must be accompanied by their signing adult.

What You'll Need

πŸ“‹ Photo ID
  • Driver's license
  • Kansas ID card
  • Government-issued ID
  • Passport
🏠 Proof of Address
  • ID with current address
  • Proof of current address (if not on ID)

Card Options

πŸ’³ Borrower's Card

Included Benefits

  • Physical Books
  • eBooks & Audiobooks
  • Streaming Video (Kanopy/Hoopla)
  • Computer/WiFi Access
  • Equipment Rental
  • Interlibrary Loan
In-person

πŸ’³ E-Card

Included Benefits

  • eBooks & Audiobooks
  • Streaming Video (Kanopy/Hoopla)
  • Computer/WiFi Access
  • Online Learning (LinkedIn/Mango)
Online or In-person

πŸ’³ Student E-Card

Included Benefits

  • eBooks & Audiobooks
  • Computer/WiFi Access
  • Online Learning (LinkedIn/Mango)
In-person

Fees & Fines

Overdue Fines
Fine Free
Lost Items
Replacement cost + $7 processing fee
Card Replacement
$2
Non-Resident Fee
Free

Special Services

β˜… Maker Space
β˜… 3D Printing
β˜… AV Studio
β˜… Library of Things (Radon Detectors, Memory Kits, Chromebooks)
β˜… Book-A-Librarian
β˜… Short Story Dispensers
β˜… StoryWalk
β˜… Wi-Fi Benches
β˜… Kansas Library eCard (Statewide access)

Ready to Get Started?

Visit the Wichita Public Library website to apply for your library card today.

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