Library Card for External Users

Borrow media and use your library account — apply online quickly.

Fill out the form
Upload your documents
Review by the library
Receive an email
Pick up your library card

⏱ Processing time usually 1–3 working days

Did you know?

A library card is not required to use e-resources!

What can you do with the library card?

✅ Borrow / reserve books and other media
✅ Place interlibrary loan requests
✅ Manage your library account (renew books / library card)

Not included:

❌ Access to e-resources from home

Type of Library Card

I need*

a library card for the first time

a replacement library card for a fee (only in case of loss)

Pre-order a Library Card

First name*

Last name*

Date of birth**

University email address*

Street and house number*

Postal code and city*

Comments

Documents

Please upload: the back of your German identity card or your passport*

If you are using a passport, a registration certificate is also required.

For users aged 16 or 17: Consent Form

External users aged 16 or 17 additionally require a consent form (PDF) (unfortunately, only available in German) signed by a parent or legal guardian.

Would you prefer not to upload your documents online?

In that case, we would be happy to issue you a library card in person. Appointments are available Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:45 p.m. To make an appointment, please contact the Main Information Desk at the Central Library (BZ.07) on the Grifflenberg Campus.

Your consent

Agreement to the Library Regulations*

I accept the Library Regulations of the University Library Wuppertal.

GDPR Consent*

I acknowledge the University's privacy policy, as supplemented by the information provided here.

Contact and Advice

Main Information Desk

Campus Grifflenberg
Building BZ, Level 7
Phone: (0202) 439-2705

Digital Information Service
Opening hours

Good to know

Catalogue login

Forgot your password?

Renew your library card