FREQUENTRY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I borrow a book from the library?
- The patron needs to have a library card
- Patron can borrow a maximum of 10 books for 14 days or two weeks, and she/he can renew those books for a further two weeks
How do I register for membership?
- The patron needs to visit the nearest library and request a membership form
- The applicant needs to complete a form; in the case of a junior/child, a parent or guardian must complete the form on his/her behalf.
- The following documents need to be attached to the form for verification by library staff
- Copy of ID
- Proof of address (Metro bill or a letter from a local councillor)
How do I search the library catalogue?
The library catalogue may be found here…https://library.durban.gov.za/
The user can:
- Search using title, author, ISBN, etc.
- Do renewals of their library material
- Search history, such as checking which books that he/she has read, especially for those who love reading.
- Check the most-used books.
- Check the availability of the book if it is available or not in any particular library.
When do patrons pay fines in the library?
Patrons pay fines for:
- Late return of library books or other library items
- Duplicate the library card if it gets lost
- Lost books or any other library items
- Damaged books or other library items
- Printing and photocopies
Does the library charge entry fees?
- Access to libraries is free, patrons are not charged to use libraries and their services.
What are Library Tariffs
For all Library tariffs (2021) click here….
Open Access Resources
KZN Libraries Catalogue