Join, library cards and PIN
You need a library card to take books, films and music out of the library. Anyone who lives, works or studies in Kent can join.
There are different ways to join.
Before signing up, you may want to check the terms of our library membership.
Join online
Reserve up to 3 items straight away using the online catalogue by joining online.
You can also access our range of free e-services including e-books, e-audio books, e-magazines and e-newspapers.
Once you're a member, you can pick up your library card when you first visit a library
Join at a library
Visit one of our libraries with any official identification showing your current address and you can become a full member. We will give you a library card and PIN number.
As a full member you can really make the most of the library, including:
- borrowing up to 30 items at a time (including 12 DVDs or CDs)
- accessing online resources including our e-services (eBooks, eMagazines and audiobooks)
- access to websites just for library members.
If you don't have identification or you do not have a permanent address, you can get a temporary library card and take out up to 3 items.
Get your pin
You need your PIN to use library computers and access eMagazines, eBooks and other online resources from home.
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