Anyone wanting to obtain or renew a card must live within Nampa City limits or own property within Nampa City limits, provide photo identification and proof of physical address at the time of application and every two years to update/renew the card.

To obtain a library card, download and print an application. (Please use your LEGAL name on the application). Visit the Nampa Public Library to submit your application, and to get your card.

Minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian present to obtain a card. The parent or legal guardian must have a valid Nampa Public Library card, to obtain one for their child(ren).

Please see our list of acceptable identification documents needed for obtaining or renewing your library card.

Non-residents (persons who do not live within the city and do not pay city taxes) may pay an annual fee per family per year for the privilege of borrowing library materials. The fee may be adjusted annually by the board, using as a guideline the amount of local property tax money spent per average sized family to support the library. Individual cards may be issued to all members of the family living at the address for one calendar year from the date of issue. The fee is non refundable if the card is used for less than one year. There is a reduced rate for senior citizens, 60 years of age and older.

Annual nonresident fee $52.00 *
Annual senior citizen rate $33.00 *
Popular four-month card 18.00 *

*Includes sales tax.

To Replace a Lost Card:

You must show picture ID to get a replacement card. The first card replacement is free and after that it costs a dollar per card.

If you have additional questions:
Call the Circulation Desk for more information at 468.5800