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Get a public library card (Biblioteca Pública de Tarragona)

The Biblioteca Pública de Tarragona (Generalitat) issues a free card on the spot that works in all libraries of the Catalan public reading system.

Why it matters

Free books, digital loans and a quiet place to study.

When

You want to borrow books.

Last checked

13 Oct 2026

Cost: Free (replacement 1 EUR)

What you need

• Original ID: DNI/NIE, passport, driving license or residence permit; for under-14s, a parent’s ID.
• Fill in the application form at the loan desk.

Steps

1. Go to the library
   Bring original ID; complete the form at the loan desk; card issued on the spot.

Where

• Biblioteca Pública de Tarragona
  Carrer Fortuny 30, 43001
  977 240 331
  Mon-Fri 10-20h; Sat 10-14h (summer 26 Jun-26 Sep: Mon, Tue, Thu 10-20h; Wed, Fri 10-15h; Sat closed)
  https://bibliotecatarragona.gencat.cat/ca/inici/

Tips

• Digital card via the Biblio Digital app.

Official sources

• Fer-se el carnet
• Adreça i horaris