Library Cards

Chesapeake Resident Free Full Service Card Available if you are a Chesapeake resident, property owner, business owner, Chesapeake City or School employee, or retired City employee (proof required).

• You can check out up to 30 items and renew items online.
• You can place Inter-Library Loans.
• You can access the Library’s online databases from outside the Library.
• You will be asked to renew your card every 3 years.

Virginia Resident Reciprocal Card Available for Virginia residents who do not live in the City of Chesapeake.

• Free.
• You can check out up to 6 items.
• Transferring materials and Inter-Library Loan are not available.

Non-Resident Full Service Card  Available for anyone who does not live in the City of Chesapeake.

• An annual fee of $35.00 is required. (non-refundable)
• You get all of the services that come with a Chesapeake resident full service card.

How to Apply for a Library Card

Please use all caps when filling out the online form.  Please include your 4 digit zip code extension number if you know it.  Please limit your PIN to 4-8 digit numbers

1. Click on Apply Now
2. Fill in application form online.
3. Copy down the 6 digit temporary library card number.
4. Visit one of the 7 Chesapeake Public Library buildings.
5. Share your 6 digit temporary library card number with the staff at the information desk.
6. Show your photo ID and proof of address (ex. Driver’s license, bank statement, bill received in the mail, etc.)
7. Receive and sign your library card!