Library Card

Who Can Get a Library Card?

Residents who live in incorporated Naperville:

• Apply online now.
• Apply in person at any of our three library locations with:
  • a current Illinois driver’s license or with a current picture ID
  • and proof of residency.
• Residents under 18 also need a parent's signature.

Resident cardholders of any age who are unable to visit the library due to a temporary or long term health condition may register for Special Services homebound delivery.

Renewing your card

Library cards are good for 3 years and can be renewed using the mobile app or in-person with proper ID.

Reciprocal Borrower Card

If you have a valid library card issued by another Illinois library, you can sign up to be a reciprocal borrower.
To apply, stop by any library location with the following:

• Your current home library card
• A photo ID

Registered Reciprocal Borrowers will have the same rights and responsibilities as Naperville card holders with these few exceptions (your home library may provide these services)

• You may not place holds
• You may not use Interlibrary Loan Services
• You may not access Online Resources remotely (you MAY use them within our library locations)
• You may not checkout downloadable materials or hotspots

Reciprocal borrower privileges are valid for one year or until the expiration date of the home library card, whichever comes first.

Non-resident (Fee) Card

If you live in unincorporated Naperville you may purchase a full service library card. The fee would include cards for the entire household and would be valid for a period of one year. The annual non-resident fee is based on a formula determined by the Illinois State Library.

The fee is determined by multiplying the net valuation (less homestead exemption) by:
.002184 (DuPage County)
.002163 (Will County)

Renters in unincorporated Naperville will pay an amount equal to 15% of your monthly rent.

If you don't know if you live in unincorporated Naperville, call us during regular hours at 630-961-4100.

To purchase your Non-resident (Fee) card, stop by any Naperville Public Library location with any of the following:

• Your most recent tax bill
• A current lease, rent receipt or copy of a canceled check

Non-resident Taxpayer Card

A nonresident who as an individual or as a partner owning taxable property in the City of Naperville may apply for a card using the Application for Nonresident Taxpayer Library Card. The Nonresident Taxpayer Card is valid for three years.

Only one Non-resident Taxpayer Library Card will be issued per taxable property. A copy of the most recent tax bill must be presented at the time of application.

Business Library Card

A Business Library Card is available to any organizational entity, profit or nonprofit that rents property in Incorporated Naperville. The owner, senior representative or manager of the business may apply for a card in person using the Application for a Business Library Card. Appropriate current documentation and identification must be presented upon application. This may include the following:

• Business License
• Letter of incorporation
• Rental agreement
• Utility bill

A photo ID will be required along with a document indicating the title of the signee. Only one card will be issued per property owner or renter. The Business Card is valid for one year.