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Answered By: Maddie Vaughn
Last Updated: Mar 13, 2024     Views: 2127

Full Access Non-Resident Library Cards (paid)

Non-Resident Library Cards are available for $120 annually or $30 quarterly, and must be applied for in person. These cards provide full access to all the Library’s physical materials as well as the Digital Resources (eBooks, digital magazines, databases, etc.). $120 Yearly Non-Resident cards are good for 1 year from the date paid. $30 Quarterly Non-Resident cards are good for 3 months from the date paid. The non-resident fee will be waived for any student who either lives in or is enrolled in any school in Travis County - including private school, daycare, charter, and home school students - until completion of high school.

Learn more about getting an APL card. 

 

Limited Access APL TexShare Cards (free)

Non-Resident customers can apply in person for a free limited access APL TexShare Card by presenting a current/valid paper TexShare Card from a participating library system, along with a valid/acceptable photo ID and proof of current residence address. With it, you get:

  • 10 physical item checkouts (books, DVDs, etc.)
  • 7 holds
  • No interlibrary loan
  • No Digital Resources (no OverDrive, hoopla, databases, etc.)

Learn more about getting an APL TexShare Card.

 

Non-Resident eCards (paid)

Texas residents 18 or older who don’t reside within the city limits of Austin can purchase an Non-Resident eCard to obtain one year of access to APL’s Digital Resources. You must be an adult resident of Texas to qualify for a Non-Resident eCard. The fee is $22 and the application process is entirely online.

Learn more about getting a Non-Resident eCard.

 

As of March 11, 2024, you qualify for a free Austin Public Library Card if you live in an Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction. Use the City of Austin’s Jurisdictions Web Map to see if you qualify. If your address description shows Austin Full Purpose, Austin 2 Mile ETJ, Austin 5 Mile ETJ, or Austin LTD, you are eligible for a free resident Library Card.