Applying for a Library Card

Upon completion of the online application, you will receive a temporary barcode allowing you to place up to five items on request via the online catalog. Please visit the library location you selected during the application process within 60 days to activate your card to receive access to books, thousands of streaming movies, databases, OverDrive digital collections and more.

Regular Membership

Upon completion of the online application you will receive a temporary PAC registration number. With that number, you will be able to place up to 5 items on request via the online catalog.

Please visit the library location you selected during the application process within 60 days to activate your card to receive full services. Please bring applicable documentation; all minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian to receive their library card. 
Educator Membership

Educators who teach in communities that pay the Burlington County dedicated library tax, and who wish to borrow library materials, may apply for an Educator Card. Upon completion of the online application, we will email your library card number within 48 hours. Cards will be processed and mailed to the teacher’s school. The card will be activated upon proof of continued employment in person at any library location. We ask that you bring government issued photo identification and proof of employment.
Special Memberships

Students of Rowan College of Burlington County (RCBC), media specialists, Military Personnel and Veterans, people employed in Burlington County and more are eligible for a free BCLS Library card. Find out if you're eligible and what documentation to bring with you. 
In-Person Application (all applicants)

To join the library, bring photo identification to verify your name and current address, and military identification if applicable.  Cards are issued and borrowing privileges are extended at the time of your application.

Non-residents and members of exempt communities (Mount Laurel, Moorestown and Willingboro) may apply for a library card in person. Payment must be made when application is submitted.

Teachers and educators who live in exempt communities may apply for an Institutional Card for access to online teaching resources.
Renew Your Membership
  • Renew in person with a current government-issued ID. If the photo ID does not show your current address, you will be asked to provide additional validation of address with a recent phone/utility/bill statement.
  • Renew virtually by sending a copy of your photo ID and verification of current address (if not on ID) to cardrenewals@bcls.lib.nj.us.