Access Policy
Don't forget your card
The Library is accessible upon presentation of a valid physical pass for UvA students and staff, AUAS students and staff, and for registered borrowers. During examination periods, access restrictions apply to pass holders not affiliated with the UvA.
Want to know more about a library cards? Go to the webpage on requesting or renewing a library card.
Restricted access during exam periods
Due to busy moments during examination periods, the library locations are then only accessible to UvA students and staff.
All other pass holders can only pick up materials during these periods (on showing their pick-up notice) and return them at the UB Singel location. The Allard Pierson Reading Room will remain open for all pass holders.
Questions or remarks? Please let us know via the contact form of the Library.
Exam period
Academic year 2024-2025
- 14 October up until 24 October 2024
- 9 December up until 19 December 2024
- 20 January up until 30 January 2025
- 17 March up until 27 March 2025
- 17 May up until 27 May 2025
- 17 June up until 27 June 2025
Law Library
The Law Library has a different access policy. Please read more on the Law Library web page.