A. External Reader Cards
HKSYU staff and students can obtain external reader cards for access to the following partner academic libraries. While the cards permit entry to these libraries, they do not include borrowing rights. On-site access to selected e-resources may be available.
Responsibilities of Cardholders:
By using an External Reader Card, cardholders agree to comply with the rules and regulations of the participating libraries they visit. Cardholders must present both their External Reader Card and HKSYU staff/student card upon request. Only one valid External Reader Card may be held at any time. The Card is for personal use only and must not be shared with others. Cardholders should report any lost or damaged Card to HKSYU Library promptly.
External Reader Cards Availability
| Library | No. of Cards | Privilege / Loan Period | Fines |
| The Chinese University of Hong Kong* | 3 | 14 days (staff) / 7 days (postgraduate, research assistant, undergraduate & IFYP student) * The external reader cards of these institutions are available for loan at the self-service 24/7 Smart Locker. Loan period for these cards is calculated by calendar days, including days the library is closed. You may return the card to the External Reader Card Return Box at the library entrance. |
$5/day |
| Gratia Christian College | 3 | ||
| The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong | 3 | ||
| The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts | 3 | ||
| Hong Kong Baptist University* | 2 | ||
| Hong Kong Chu Hai College | 3 | ||
| Hong Kong Metropolitan University | 3 | ||
| Hong Kong Nang Yan College of Higher Education | 3 | ||
| Lingnan University* | 2 | ||
| Macao University of Tourism | 3 | ||
| Saint Francis University | 2 | ||
| Tung Wah College | 3 | ||
| The University of Hong Kong* | 6 | ||
| UOW College Hong Kong | 3 | ||
| Vocational Training Council Libraries | 4 | ||
| Education University of Hong Kong | 3 | 14 days (staff) / 7 days (postgraduate & research assistant) |
Remarks:
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Each user may borrow only one card at a time, and no renewal is allowed.
- Reader cards overdue for more than 35 days will be considered lost. The borrower will be required to pay a non-refundable processing fee of $100, as well as the full replacement cost for the card.
