Answered By: SAPL FAQs
Last Updated: Aug 25, 2020     Views: 65533

Expired Cards

  • Library cards expire every five years.*
  • Your card’s expiration date is shown when you log in to My Account.
  • When your account is expired, you are not able to renew items or place holds online.
  • Update your account by renewing your card.

Card Renewal

  • Renew your card in person at any San Antonio Public Library Location.
  • You need a photo ID and proof of current address – like your driver’s license.
  • If your photo ID does not include your current address, you can use something like a utility bill if it includes your current address.
  • Library cards cannot be renewed over the telephone, through email, or online.

*As of May 2018. Cards renewed or established before this date are good for 2 years. Cards renewed or established after this date will be good for 5 years.

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