Imperial County Library
Library function; provider and jurisdiction must be verified.[1]
Source checked October 26, 2026[1]www.library.imperialcounty.org
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Contact details & office locations ↓Online services & information
Use the links below for official services and provider information. Check each service’s instructions and service area.
Official public library system associated with Imperial County for browsing. Independent city library systems may also serve the county. Membership rules, branch service areas and every address in the county are not implied by this association.
Read this library system’s own card instructions. Online registration, physical-card activation, residence and youth requirements may differ; use the quoted local conditions below where provided.
Before you start
- Information & documents · Initial library card — photo ID, mailing address and children under 17
- A person of any age can obtain a free library card at any of the County Library locations. Simply complete a library card application, provide a photo ID and a proof of current mailing address. Any item mailed to the potential patron can work as a proof of address (such as current utility bill or recent bank statement). The first card is free but costs $2.00 to replace a lost card. Children under the age of 17 require a parent/legal guardian to complete a library card application. Most library cards can be processed during your visit to the library. [4]
- Availability · Card responsibility, changes and two-year renewal
- When you sign your library card you assume responsibility for anything that is checked-out on your card. If you change your mailing address, email address, etc., notify the library on your next visit. If your library card is lost or stolen, it is very important to notify the library as soon as possible since you are still responsible for items checked out on your card. Your library card privileges must be renewed every two years. [5]
- Availability · Expired/replacement card holders should visit a branch rather than reapply as new
- NOTE: If you have an expired card or need a replacement card, do NOT apply for a new library card. Instead, please visit your local branch library for assistance in renewing your library card. [8]
Fees
Fees are quoted only when a source document supports the amount and conditions.
| Service | Amount | Conditions & source |
|---|---|---|
| First library card | $0.00per card | First card only; photo ID, address and youth rules remain applicable.[6] |
| Replacement lost library card | $2.00per card | Replacement of a lost card only.[7] |
These are individual fee items, not a quote for your total. Other charges or exemptions may apply; confirm the total with the office.
Forms & documents
Official forms and document pages for this office’s services.
Sources & last checked3 source pages · 10 citations
Sources were checked by an AI-assisted research process. A checked website does not mean every service or fee on it has been reviewed.
- [1] IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library services (opens in a new tab)
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library page — provider identity and services
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Imperial County Library
- [2] Public Library Administrative Headquarters Directory — live 2025 report (opens in a new tab)
California State Library · Live 2025–26 administrative headquarters report — IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY1125 W. MAIN STREETEL CENTRO922439516(442) 265-7100-1-1imperialcountylibrary@co.imperial.ca.ushttp://www.library.imperialcounty.orgMaryGuerreroCounty Librarian
- [3] IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library services (opens in a new tab)
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library services page — exact library-card instructions link
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Library Card Information
- [4] IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library card instructions — Initial library card — photo ID, mailing address and children under 17
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
A person of any age can obtain a free library card at any of the County Library locations. Simply complete a library card application, provide a photo ID and a proof of current mailing address. Any item mailed to the potential patron can work as a proof of address (such as current utility bill or recent bank statement). The first card is free but costs $2.00 to replace a lost card. Children under the age of 17 require a parent/legal guardian to complete a library card application. Most library cards can be processed during your visit to the library.
- [5] IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library card instructions — Card responsibility, changes and two-year renewal
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
When you sign your library card you assume responsibility for anything that is checked-out on your card. If you change your mailing address, email address, etc., notify the library on your next visit. If your library card is lost or stolen, it is very important to notify the library as soon as possible since you are still responsible for items checked out on your card. Your library card privileges must be renewed every two years.
- [6] IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY · Library card fees — First library card
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
A person of any age can obtain a free library card at any of the County Library locations. Simply complete a library card application, provide a photo ID and a proof of current mailing address. Any item mailed to the potential patron can work as a proof of address (such as current utility bill or recent bank statement). The first card is free but costs $2.00 to replace a lost card. Children under the age of 17 require a parent/legal guardian to complete a library card application. Most library cards can be processed during your visit to the library.
- [7] IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY · Library card fees — Replacement lost library card
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
A person of any age can obtain a free library card at any of the County Library locations. Simply complete a library card application, provide a photo ID and a proof of current mailing address. Any item mailed to the potential patron can work as a proof of address (such as current utility bill or recent bank statement). The first card is free but costs $2.00 to replace a lost card. Children under the age of 17 require a parent/legal guardian to complete a library card application. Most library cards can be processed during your visit to the library.
- [8] IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY · IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06025 p2
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
NOTE: If you have an expired card or need a replacement card, do NOT apply for a new library card. Instead, please visit your local branch library for assistance in renewing your library card.
- [9] IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY · IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06025 form 0
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Library Card Application
- [10] IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY · IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06025 form 1
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Card Application for Minors