The Public Library provides its members with a collection of approximately 850.000 media that includes a comprehensive and varied range of books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, CD-ROMs and much more.
Library Card
A valid library card is needed to use and access services and media. A library card can be applied for in person at any Library location. Please bring the necessary personal documents with you.
Types of Membership
| Type of Membership | Fee and duration of membership | Documentation needed |
|---|---|---|
| One year membership | 38 euros (12 months) | Valid photo ID or passport with a certificate of residency |
| Permanent membership | 38 euros (13 months) | Valid photo ID or passport with a certificate of residency |
| Short-term membership | 20 euros (6 months) | Valid photo ID or passport with a certificate of residency |
| Membership for children and young adults under 18 | Free of charge | Valid photo ID or passport with a certificate of residency of the parent and a registration form signed by the parent or guardian |
| Reduced membership fee students and apprentices over 18 | 28 euros (12 months) | Valid photo ID or passport with a certificate of residency and student ID or apprentice ID |
| Reduced membership for people with severely disabled ID card | 19 euros (12 months) | Valid photo ID or passport with a certificate of residency and severely disabled ID card |
| Discounted membership for Köln-Pass (Cologne Pass) holders | 13 euro (12 months) | Valid photo ID or passport with a certificate of residency and Köln-Pass |
| Corporate membership | 182 euros (12 months) | Please call for details on 0221/ 221-23939 |
Note on permanent membership for adults
Notice of termination must be given in writing to the Library’s Customer Service Department four weeks before expiration of the annual user authorisation.
A change of bank details can also be sent to the following address.