Library Cards and PIN Codes
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Application procedure
You may apply for a library card at any Hawaii public library. The initial card
is FREE for Hawaii residents. Cards are also free for military personnel and
their dependents with a copy of orders. The resident card replacement fee is
$5.00. Resident library cards must be renewed every five years. There is no
charge for the renewal.
Adult applicants must present a current ID and proof of mailing address if it is
not listed on the ID. Minors (below eighteen) must have their applications
co-signed by a parent or guardian. The parent or guardian must present a current
ID and proof of mailing address.
There are two non-resident cards. The $25.00 non-resident card is good for five
years and may be renewed for an additional $25.00. The $10.00 non-resident card
is good for 3 months and may be renewed for $10.
Library card applications are available at any public library and online in pdf
format. Complete the application form and present it with proper identification
to a circulation staff person, who will prepare a card for you. You will be able
to borrow library materials on the day you receive your card.
Bring your library card whenever you visit the library. You will not be able to
borrow materials or use a library Internet station without it. In addition, you
can use your library card to borrow desk reference material for use within the
library.
The maximum fine threshold is $10.00. You will not be able to use your library
card if you have fines, fees, or charges of $10.00 or more.
If your card is lost or stolen, please report it to a library staff member
immediately. A block will be placed against your file so that no one else can
use your card.
PIN Codes
Your PIN, or Personal Identification Number, allows you to access your personal
library account information. You will also need your PIN when using online
services like requesting library materials via the HSPLS Public Access Catalog,
making reservations for Internet computer use, or using electronic databases.
By default, your PIN code is the last four digits of the telephone number you
provided when you registered for your library card. If you can no longer recall
that number, you will have to visit any public library branch in person to get
your PIN code. You will need to bring a valid picture ID and your library card
so the staff can verify your identity.
Our library card was designed by Betty Kingery and Edwin Kamikawa and was
digitized by former HSPLS staffer, Stephen Bibbs of the Hawaii Legislative
Reference Bureau. The information on this page was prepared by the staff of the
Hawaii State Library - Circulation Unit.