Sioux City Residents

1. Full-Service Library Card:
Borrow materials and special collections, and use the Library’s digital resources. Available for anyone living inside the city limits of Sioux City.

  • Sioux City resident who is 18+, or under age 18 with a parent/guardian’s signature.
  • Apply for a card online! (Ages 18+ only) (Temporarily unavailable)
  • Or visit any Sioux City Public Library location to apply for a card. You can print and fill out the application before coming to the Library. Bring a valid photo ID. (If your photo ID does not have your current address, you may use a current utility or phone bill, vehicle registration, voter registration card, apartment lease, or official government document.)

2. Limited Minor Card
Borrow up to three youth print materials at a time. Available for anyone under the age of 18 living in Sioux City at the child’s or a parent’s request; the child must be present and able to write their first name (with accommodation if handicapped/disabled).

Non-Residents

1. Full-Service Card:
Borrow materials and special collections, and use the Library’s digital resources. Available for anyone living outside the Sioux City city limits by purchase. Current options are $10 for one month, $25 for one quarter, or $85 for one year. You can print and fill out the application before coming to the Library.

2. Open Access Card:
Borrow books, movies, and magazines. Available for individuals living in Iowa but outside Sioux City’s city limits if the library in their hometown participates in the Iowa Open Access Program. For a list of participating libraries, visit the State Library’s website.

  • Visit any Sioux City Public Library location and bring a valid ID with your name and current address to apply. You can print and fill out the application before coming to the Library.

3. COOP Card:
Borrow books, movies, and magazines. Available for students and employees at Briar Cliff University, Morningside University, Western Iowa Tech Community College, Unity Point Health (St. Luke’s), Mercy Medical Center, Heelan High School, or Sioux City Community School District who live outside the City limits or on-campus.

  • Visit any Sioux City Public Library location and bring your institution or school ID with a second form of identification containing your home or current address to apply for a card.

For details, please see the Circulation Policy or call the Circulation Desk at (712) 255-2933 ext. 2211.