- You can pay other Library charges using your UCard - login with your UCD login and password to access the service.
- When using My Library Account to renew and check your loans, there is an option provided there to move to pay your fines with UCARD.
Fines and Charges
Fines have been removed for overdue books. PLEASE NOTE that charges for the late return of laptop loans and breaching our regulations as outlined below remain in place.
Fine rates
Please return borrowed items on time. Renewal line: +353 (0)1 716 7639.
| Laptop Loans late fine | €0.50 per hour **Please remember that laptop loans stay on your account until you plug the laptop back in when returned.** |
Fines for breaking Library regulations
| Breaking Library Card regulations, inc. allowing someone else to use your card | €20.00 |
| Using a mobile phone in the Library to make /receive voice calls | €20.00 |
| Not having your mobile phone on silent while texting | €20.00 |
| Trailing Cables or using Ceiling Sockets | €20.00 |
| Infringement of the Library regulation on food/drink* (except bottled water or hot drinks in reuseable cup) | €20.00 |
*Any food / drink brought into the Library must be kept in your bag at all times, and food packets /wrappers must be kept sealed.
Other fines and charges
| Handling Charge for Lost Books | €5.00 |
| JJL Individual Study Rooms - late fee | €10.00 and suspension for 1 month |
Can I use the Library if I owe a fine?
Yes, you may use the Library as a study space. With unpaid fines of over €10.00 you may not:
- borrow, renew, or request items
- borrow a laptop loan
- book a single study room
- obtain a “Letter of Introduction” to use another Library, an ALCID or SCONUL Research card.
How can I avoid paying Library fines?
- Return the items you have borrowed on time.
- Check your receipt as it states when items are due back.
Alternatively:
- Check when your items are due back via your library account by using the “My Account” on the Library catalogue. Any issues please check with the library desk.
- Renew your items online, by telephone, or in person. Renewal line: +353 (0)1 716 7639.
- Check your UCD Connect email regularly: we send courtesy notices in advance of items falling overdue.
It is against Library regulations to lend your student card or items you have borrowed to another user. Items issued on your account are your responsibility.
Contact us by email at libraryinfo@ucd.ie if you have lost an item or have a query.
