Getting a library card at the Forest Green Branch Library.

In detail

Who can get a card, what to bring to the branch and how long the card lasts.

1. Check that you qualify.

   The card is available at no cost to anyone who lives, teaches at or attends school in an educational institution within the City of Dallas city limits, and to City of Dallas employees.

2. Bring the right ID.

   Bring a government-issued photo identification that has your current address. If it does not show your current address, bring two forms: one to prove your identity with a photo and one to show your place of residence, such as a utility bill dated within 90 days or a current lease.

3. Bringing a child?

   Children can get a card when visiting with a parent or guardian, who presents two forms of identification or the child's report card or ID from a school within the City of Dallas.

4. Teens can apply alone.

   Teenagers 14 and up may apply for their own card with a current school ID (schools within the City of Dallas only) or a government ID.

5. Or start online.

   Online registration gives immediate limited account access, but it must be completed later by email or in person. Online registrations expire after 30 days.

6. Renew every three years.

   Dallas resident cards expire after three years. They can be renewed in person at any library with a government-issued ID that has your current address.