Join the Library
Woman and child being handed a library card by a member of library staff at a library desk whilst they are joining the library.
Join the Library
If you live, work or study in West Sussex you can join our library service for free!
How to Join
You can join in person at one of our libraries. Please bring identification (ID) including your name and address, such as a driving licence or council tax bill.

You can also join using our online form: Join the Library online

When you join the library online you will be able to log into the website straightaway and reserve up to four items from our catalogue using your temporary card number.

You will receive email confirmation of your membership with your registered library card number the next working day. You will then be able to access the eLibrary with your registered library card number and PIN.

Your library card will be sent to you by post.

T
o upgrade to full membership, you'll need to visit your local library and show ID including your name and address.

For more information, please see our Joining Terms and Conditions.

What can you do with a library card?

And so much more!

What can you do in a library?

And so much more! Have a look at our services to see everything we have on offer.