Legal analysis: You can only apply for a temporary reader's card with a valid identity document, valid for 60 days. Upon expiration, it will be converted into a long-term reader card after being activated once. With valid identity documents, go to the main service desk and the branch service desk of Guangzhou Library for registration. With a second-generation ID card, you can apply for a temporary reader's card at the self-service accreditation machine or the 24-hour self-service library in this block. Legal basis: Article 7 of the Law of the People's Republic of China on Resident Identity Cards. A citizen shall apply for a resident identity card from the public security organ where his permanent residence is located within three months from the date of reaching the age of 16. Citizens under the age of 16 shall apply for resident identity cards by guardians. Article 8 A resident identity card shall be issued by the public security organ of the people's government at the county level where the resident's permanent residence is located. Article 10 To apply for a resident identity card, a registration form for applying for a resident identity card shall be filled in and a residence booklet submitted for examination.