Library Cards

Library Card Types

• Resident Library Cards are free and issued to any applicant who is a Hays County Resident or Property Owner. Resident Library Cards are valid for two years from the date issued/renewed.
  • Adult Resident Library Cards are issued to applicants aged 18 and older.
  • Youth Resident Library Cards are issued to applicants aged 17 and younger in the presence of a parent or a legal guardian. The parent, or legal guardian, must present a valid/acceptable photo ID with proof of their current residence in Hays County.
• Non-Resident Library Cards are issued to adults ages 18 and older residing outside of Hays County and may be purchased for a fee of $20, as established in the Library Fines, Fees, and Charges Schedule. Non-Resident Library Cards are valid for one year from the date issued/renewed.

Registration Process

Applicants must register for membership with the Kyle Public Library (Library) in person by completing a Library Card Application Form and presenting an original, physical valid/accepted photo ID with proof of current residence with any combination of documents from the list below:

1. Texas Driver License, temporary Texas Driver License or Learner’s Permit
2. Texas Department of Public Safety ID
3. Non-Texas State Issued License or ID
4. Passport
5. Military ID
6. Credencial Para Votar ID (Mexico Voter Registration Card)
7. Resident Alien Card
8. Texas Offender ID
9. Texas Concealed Handgun License
10. Educational Institution Photo ID
11. Government issued ID with an identifying number
12. San Marcos Public Library Enhanced Library Card
13. Bank or credit union statement
14. Utility deposit receipt or utility bill from the past 60 days
15. Credit card bill from the past 60 days
16. Current Voter Registration Card or notarized temporary Voter Registration Permit
17. Current vehicle registration or liability insurance
18. Official rent receipt; rental agreement, contract or lease
19. Employment pay stub from the past 60 days

Renewing Cards

To renew an expired Library card the person whose name is on the account, or the legal guardian in the instance of a Youth Library Card must present a valid/acceptable photo ID with proof of residence in-person. Blocked account status must be resolved prior to renewing a Library Card.

Lost or Stolen Cards

Cardholders should notify the Library of a lost or stolen Library Card as soon as possible. Replacement Library cards are available for a fee of $2.00. The Library is not responsible for unauthorized use of a Library Card.

TexShare Cards

The TexShare Card is a statewide library card that lets you borrow books and other physical materials from more than 500 libraries across the state!

To take advantage of the TexShare Card program, just follow these simple steps:

• Request a TexShare Card from the circulation desk. There may be a waiting period.
• Visit www.tsl.texas.gov/findalibrary to discover libraries near you that participate in the TexShare Card program and to read their specific lending policies.
• When you visit another library with your TexShare Card, activate your borrowing privileges at the circulation desk. You may be required to show photo ID.
• Check out your selected books or other physical materials.
• Return the materials to the lending library by the due date. Libraries will assess fees for late, lost, or damaged materials. 

Please note that the TexShare Card does not provide access to electronic resources. Ask a staff member for instructions on accessing the TexShare Databases.