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Municipal library; application for a library card

After registering, you will receive a library card or library card. You usually have to pay a fee to use a municipal library.

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Procedure details

Once you have registered at a library, you will immediately receive a library card in person or by post. The card enables you to borrow or order books or media and to use any other services. The library card must be presented for each loan.

The validity of the library card is limited in time (e.g. 1 year), so you must apply for an extension if necessary.

Fees may be charged for the use of a municipal library or bookshop (e.g. community library, municipal library, city library or municipal library).

You will receive the card when you register at a library or bookshop.

  • Submit the application documents to the library.
  • Pay the user fee.
  • You will then receive your library card immediately on site or by post within a few days.

The fees are set out in the articles of association.

Loss of ID or changes to personal details must be reported to the library immediately.

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Status: 03.02.2025
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