Fines system
Are you returning a borrowed book late? Then you may have to pay a fine to the library. On this page you can read about the fine rules.
Fines
Days overdue | Fine |
---|---|
1 to 6 days overdue | No fine yet |
7 to 13 days overdue | 1 euro per book |
14 to 20 days overdue | 3 euro per book |
21 to 35 days overdue | 15 euro per book |
36 or more days overdue | 15 euro per book + 150 euro replacement costs |
Return or renewal of the book does not cancel the fine. However, you will prevent the fine from increasing further.
Do you have an outstanding fine of 10 euro or more? Then you can only borrow or renew after this amount has been paid. Until then, your card is blocked.
Do you have to pay replacement costs, but still return the book? Then the replacement costs are waived and you only pay the fine of 15 euro per book.
Paying your fine
You can pay the fine in different ways. It is possible to pay for it in the library at the payment machine or at the service desk. Here, you can pay by debit card. It is not possible to pay with cash. In addition, you can also transfer the fine:
IBAN: NL38ABNA0484856898
BIC: ABNANL2A
To: University Library/ADC, P.O. Box 80011, 3508 TA Utrecht.
Please state: Fine UBU + your library card number (9 to 15 digits) or student number (7 digits).
Overdue notices
Are you late in returning a book? As an extra service, the library will send you four reminders by email or post. You will receive the reminders on day 1, day 7, day 14 and day 21 after the due date. Students receive the message at their Solis email address. Not receiving a reminder does not affect your fine.