Beyond TNUA

If the materials you need are unavailable at TNUA Library, you can borrow books or request photocopies from other institutions through Reciprocal Borrowing Cards or the NDDS (Nationwide Document Delivery Service).

Reciprocal Borrowing Cards

• Need the book within 1–2 days.

• Wish to borrow multiple items.

• Want to preview the book before committing.

• Looking for a cost-free option.

NDDS - Nationwide Document Delivery Service

• Flexible with wait times (typically 3–7 days).

• Unable to visit partner libraries in person.

• Prefer not to travel between TNUA and other libraries for pickup/return.

• Only need photocopies of specific pages or articles.

• All Reciprocal Borrowing Cards are currently checked out.

• The holding library is not a TNUA partner institution.

Reciprocal Borrowing Cards

• How it works: Borrow a physical card from the TNUA Library desk, then visit the partner library to borrow and return books yourself.

• Fees: Free card rental.

• Loan Period: Return the card within 7 days. Book loan periods depend on the partner library (usually 14–30 days).

• Notes: 1 card per library per person. Up to 5 books per card. No renewals.

NDDS

• How it works: Apply online to request a book or photocopy. Pick up and return items at the TNUA Library desk.

• Fees: Service fees/postage for books; photocopying fees for articles.

• Loan Period: Depends on the lending library (usually 14–30 days). 

• Notes: No renewals.

• Click to apply for NDDS.

Before using interlibrary services, we recommend searching a Union Catalog. These catalogs integrate collections from various libraries across Taiwan, helping you quickly identify which library holds the materials you need.