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Library card issue for recipients of state transfer payments
You will receive a library card for transfer benefit recipients as soon as you register at a library.
Your responsible authority
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Forms
Forms: Registration form
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Detailed description
Once you have registered at a library, you will immediately receive a library card in person or by post. The card enables you to borrow or order books or media from a library and to use any other library services.
Note: The validity of the card is limited in time (e.g. 12 months), so you will have to apply for an extension if necessary. -
Requirements
Entitlement to transfer payments within the meaning of the legislation
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Documents
- valid identity card or passport with current registration certificate from the responsible registration office or other official identification with residence details
- Official proof of state transfer payment (e.g. unemployment benefit II, social assistance, training assistance/BAföG)
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Process
You will receive a library card as a recipient of transfer benefits after prior registration:
- Submit the application documents to the library.
- Pay the user fee.
- You will then receive your library card immediately on site or by post within a few days.
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Duration
- In person on site: about 15 minutes
- by post: maximum 10 days
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Responsible authority
the respective library
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Legal basis
User regulations of the respective library
Fee schedule of the respective library
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Pointer
- The library must be informed immediately if you lose your card or change your personal details.
- The library card remains the property of the library and is not transferable to other persons.
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Approved
Ministry of Science, Research and Culture of the State of Brandenburg
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Approved date
12.07.2019