Riverside County Library System
Library function; provider and jurisdiction must be verified.[1]
Source checked October 26, 2026[1]www.rivlib.net
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Before you start
- Eligibility & access · California-resident county-system card
- Any resident of California can receive a Riverside County Library System card. Apply for a card at any Library location, including our mobile resource vans. [4]
- Information & documents · California ID/current address or identity+mailing proof; parent/legal-guardian signature
- To get a card, you will need to show either a valid California Driver License (Digital DL/ID are acceptable) with a current address, or two forms of identification, one showing who you are and the other indicating your current mailing address in California. Parents or legal guardians must sign for children’s cards. [5]
- Availability · Adult California card valid three years
- Adult California Residents: This card can be used at any Riverside County Library System location, and for online resources. Cards must be renewed every 3 years. [6]
- Information & documents · Children15-and-under parent/legal-guardian signed form
- Children: Children 15 and under may obtain a library card by returning an application form signed by a parent or legal guardian. Financial responsibility for the library card of a minor falls to the adult that registers and signs for the card. [7]
- Eligibility & access · Internet-only visitor card: no address verification, no material checkout
- Internet Only: Visitors are allowed to apply for an Internet Only card in order to use Library computers. This card can not be used to check out materials. The Internet Only card does not require address verification. [8]
- Eligibility & access · Out-of-state annual-fee card renewed in person every year
- Out of State Visitors: Visitors from outside California are welcome to apply for a library card in person at any of our branches for a $10 annual fee. Please note that these cards must be renewed in person each year. [9]
- Availability · Temporary digital card lasts three months; full continuation requires branch visit/California residence proof
- We invite you to apply for a Temporary Digital Card to access digital materials only – including eBooks, eAudiobooks, and online resources – for 3 months from the date of registration. These cards must be renewed in person by visiting any of the RCLS branches and providing proof of residency in California. [10]
- Availability · Convert eCard to full service at branch with ID and address proof
- Visit your nearest RCLS library branch with your ID and proof of address to convert your eCard online registration to a full service card, giving you access to books, DVDs, and more! [11]
- Availability · First-card/replacement statement; non-California annual fee remains separate
- The first card you receive is free. If you lose or damage your card, you can obtain a replacement card for $1.00. Please report a lost card immediately, as you may be liable for the first $50 in fines. [12]
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Fees
Fees are quoted only when a source document supports the amount and conditions.
| Service | Amount | Conditions & source |
|---|---|---|
| First California-resident library card | $0.00first card | California-resident category and published ID/guardian conditions; non-California annual fee separate.[13] |
| Out-of-state visitor library card | $10.00annual card | Apply and renew in person each year; not a one-time fee.[14] |
| Replacement lost/damaged library card | $1.00replacement card | Report lost card promptly; replacement only.[15] |
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 checked4 source pages · 16 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] RIVERSIDE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM — library services (opens in a new tab)
RIVERSIDE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM · Official library page — provider identity and services
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
California State Parks Library Pass
- [2] Public Library Administrative Headquarters Directory — live 2025 report (opens in a new tab)
California State Library · Live 2025–26 administrative headquarters report — RIVERSIDE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
RIVERSIDE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM5840 MISSION BLVDJURUPA VALLEY925093650(951) 274-4511N/AN/Arivlib@rivlib.nethttp://www.rivlib.netDebraLayExecutive Director and VP of Lib Operations
- [3] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 card entry
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You can obtain a library card by registering in person or online.
- [4] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 p1
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Any resident of California can receive a Riverside County Library System card. Apply for a card at any Library location, including our mobile resource vans.
- [5] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 p2
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
To get a card, you will need to show either a valid California Driver License (Digital DL/ID are acceptable) with a current address, or two forms of identification, one showing who you are and the other indicating your current mailing address in California. Parents or legal guardians must sign for children’s cards.
- [6] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 p4
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Adult California Residents: This card can be used at any Riverside County Library System location, and for online resources. Cards must be renewed every 3 years.
- [7] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 p5
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Children: Children 15 and under may obtain a library card by returning an application form signed by a parent or legal guardian. Financial responsibility for the library card of a minor falls to the adult that registers and signs for the card.
- [8] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 p6
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Internet Only: Visitors are allowed to apply for an Internet Only card in order to use Library computers. This card can not be used to check out materials. The Internet Only card does not require address verification.
- [9] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 p7
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Out of State Visitors: Visitors from outside California are welcome to apply for a library card in person at any of our branches for a $10 annual fee. Please note that these cards must be renewed in person each year.
- [10] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 p8
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We invite you to apply for a Temporary Digital Card to access digital materials only – including eBooks, eAudiobooks, and online resources – for 3 months from the date of registration. These cards must be renewed in person by visiting any of the RCLS branches and providing proof of residency in California.
- [11] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 p10
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Visit your nearest RCLS library branch with your ID and proof of address to convert your eCard online registration to a full service card, giving you access to books, DVDs, and more!
- [12] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 p11
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The first card you receive is free. If you lose or damage your card, you can obtain a replacement card for $1.00. Please report a lost card immediately, as you may be liable for the first $50 in fines.
- [13] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 fee 11 first california resident library card
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The first card you receive is free. If you lose or damage your card, you can obtain a replacement card for $1.00. Please report a lost card immediately, as you may be liable for the first $50 in fines.
- [14] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 fee 7 out of state visitor library card
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Out of State Visitors: Visitors from outside California are welcome to apply for a library card in person at any of our branches for a $10 annual fee. Please note that these cards must be renewed in person each year.
- [15] Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Get a Library Card — 06065 fee 11 replacement lost damaged library card
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The first card you receive is free. If you lose or damage your card, you can obtain a replacement card for $1.00. Please report a lost card immediately, as you may be liable for the first $50 in fines.
- [16] Riverside County Library System — Locations (opens in a new tab)
Riverside County Library System · Riverside County Library System — Locations — 06065 branch directory
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57430 Mitchell Rd Anza, CA 92539 951.763.4216