You can sign up for a library card in-person or online.
You may obtain a free library card if you live, work, go to school, or own property in New York State. Children 11 years old and younger must have a parent or guardian who resides at the same address sign for permission to get a library card.
If you are at least 12 years old, you can sign up for a library card online, click here to begin.
To sign up for a library card in-person, please go to the check-out counter at your local library with proof of identification and address.
Children 11 years old and younger must have a parent or guardian who resides at the same address sign for permission to get a library card.
If you are 12 or older, you may now register online to obtain a Queens Public Library card.
Library cards expire every 5 years.
If you have had a card before and it is lost, stolen or expired, please visit any Queens Public Library location and speak to a Customer Service Representative.
Most items may be borrowed for 21 days. Most best sellers, CD's, magazines, videogames and other high-demand items may be borrowed for 7 days.
Click on 'Login' at the top of any page. Have your library card number and Personal Identification Number (PIN) ready.
You may renew most items by phone or online 24/7. By Phone: 718-990-8508. Online: Click on "Login" at the top of any page. Have your library card number and Personal Identification Number (PIN) ready. Then, go to the "View Account Overview" page to see your current checked-out materials and renewal options. To obtain a PIN, stop by any Queens Public Library location. All materials except for interlibrary loan and reference materials may be borrowed up to three times. Materials that have been requested by other customers are not renewable.