The collections in the reading rooms can there also be used without a library card. You will need a library card to use the order and account functions in the Passau search portal and to borrow literature.
On the back of the CampusCard or library card is your library user number, which you will need for ordering and account functions in the Passau search portal and for finding literature provided for you.
With your library card, you can also use the Staatliche Bibliothek Passau after a separate registration on site.
Use of the holdings in the reading room and other services is possible without a library card. A library card enables extended use.
To obtain a library card, you must be resident in Germany or Austria. The library card is issued free of charge.
Please apply for a library card using the online form.
You can collect your library card from the Central Information Desk in the Central Library, Innstraße 29, one working day after ordering. You can find the opening hours here. Collection outside these hours can be arranged separately in individual cases. Please send an e-mail to ubausweise@uni-passau.de.
Please bring your identity card or passport and, if this document does not show your current place of residence, also a registration certificate.
Under-18s also need a declaration of authorisation for minors and the declaration on the Telecommunications Act signed by a parent or guardian.
With your library card, you can also use the Staatliche Bibliothek Passau after a separate registration on site.
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Special library cards with extended user conditions are available for:
To make an appointment, please contact us by e-mail: ubausweise@uni-passau.de
Documents required: valid identity card or passport;
for doctoral candidates, an informal letter from the supervising chair about the duration of the doctorate.
For honorary persons (honorary senators, honorary citizens) of the University of Passau, the personalised CampusCard is available. Persons of honour are only appointed by resolution of the Senate.
Borrowing conditions for persons of honour see borrowing rules
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Your account may be blocked for any of the following reasons:
Please check your user account for more detailed information. If your account has been blocked, you should contact the information desk in the Central Library.
To prevent misuse, you should notify the Central Library Information Desk without delay if your CampusCard or library card has been lost or stolen.
Please make an appointment: Phone 0851/509-1603 or 1621. Or write a e-mail to: ubausweise@uni-passau.de
