Library Card Policy

Val Verde County residents, 18 years of age or older, must show a valid Texas Driver's License, a Texas ID, Military ID from Laughlin Air Force Base, or a utility bill (light, water, gas) or rent receipt showing a Val Verde County address (physical and/or PO Box) along with a photo ID to receive a Resident VVCL card. A first time applicant is able to receive their card free; a replacement is $1.00.

Patrons must present their cards at the circulation desk for the most efficient service. A patron is able to use a proper form of government identification to access their account as an alternative, but a note will be made on the account of the patron. Staff will advise each time that a replacement card is only $1.00. Patrons may not use any other library cards other than their own. The only exception is a patron may use their child’s library card so long as the child’s card is under the adult patron’s name. Patrons may not use their spouse’s library card.

Children of Val Verde County residents, 3 years of age or older, must have a parent or guardian apply and sign for a Resident Child VVCL card; a parent or guardian must apply and sign for the card and assume responsibility for all library materials borrowed by the child.

Non-resident and international applicants are able to receive a library card at a $5.00 charge to help ensure proper library usage. Any non-resident applicant must provide a current driver's license, or a state ID. If a non-resident applicant is staying in Val Verde County for a short period of time (Winter Texan, etc.), the applicant must provide the address they are currently staying at, and their out of county address.

Teachers at local schools will be issued a card under his/her name, school and grade level for each school year. Teachers are responsible for all renewals, fines and fees for lost or damaged items. 

All Library cards will expire one year from the date of creation; cardholder identification information will be updated upon renewal; cards not renewed at the end of three years will be deactivated.