Get a new library card

Sarah Nanbu holding a Library CardCelebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month

In September, we encourage your family and friends to get or renew a library card. Having a card provides access to amazing library resources! Receive a free gift, while supplies last.


How do I get a card?

  1. Apply online by filling out this Get a Library Card form.
  2. Bring proper identification* to any one branch of the Hawaiʻi State Public Library System
  3. Our staff will create a library card for you that can be used immediately!

*Proper identification

  • Adults must present a valid photo ID and proof of mailing address if it is not listed on the ID.
  • Minors (under 18) must have their application co-signed by a parent or guardian. The parent or guardian must present a current ID and proof of mailing address.

Who can get one? Anyone!

Residents, military personnel and their dependents

Card typeFee
Initial cardFREE
Card renewal (every 5 years)FREE
Replacement card$5.00

Non-residents

Card typeFee
5 year non-resident card$25.00
5 year non-resident card renewal$25.00
5 year non-resident card replacement$5.00
3 month non-resident card$10.00
3 month non-resident card renewal$10.00
3 month non-resident card replacement$5.00

Fines for ALL card holders

ItemFee
Maximum fine threshold
You will not be able to use your library card if you have fines, fees, or charges of $10.00 or more.
$10.00

One card, endless possibilities!

The second you have your card you can…

And so much more!

ALERT | In holiday observance of Christmas, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025.
On Christmas Eve (Wednesday, Dec. 24) all public libraries that normally offer evening hours will close no later than 4 p.m.

ALERT | In holiday observance of New Year's Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
On New Year's Eve (Wednesday, Dec. 31) all public libraries that normally offer evening hours will close no later than 4 p.m.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Presidents' Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, February 14 to 16, 2026.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, March 26, 2026.