Lending information for other libraries

Requesting materials from ASU Library (AZS)

The ASU Library will lend eligible materials to academic, public and corporate libraries.

Submit requests for ASU Library materials through OCLC WorldShare ILL using our symbol AZS. We are able to connect to Alma Resource Sharing and Rapido libraries through ISO protocols.

Libraries without OCLC WorldShare ILL access should request materials using our online request form. Libraries must request an account by emailing [email protected] before requesting materials.

Service standards

Staff will update requests to shipped or canceled within four business days. Staff deliver article and book chapter scans electronically. Check the status of your requests by logging into your ILLiad or OCLC WorldShare ILL account. 

Loan period

  • Physical items have a 16-week loan period.
  • Eligible materials can be renewed for one month. 
  • Recalled materials must be returned immediately.

Lost or damaged items

ASU Library will assess a minimum $150 replacement fee for materials lost or damaged beyond repair.

Loan charges by library type

  • Arizona public libraries (city, county, college and university): Free
  • Libraries with established reciprocal agreements: Free
  • U.S. libraries: $20 IFM or $30 invoice
  • International libraries: $50 IFM or six IFLA vouchers

PDF charges by library type

  • Arizona public libraries (city, county, college and university): Free
  • Libraries with established reciprocal agreements: Free
  • U.S. libraries: $20 IFM or $30 invoice
  • International libraries: $20 IFM or two IFLA vouchers

Billing methods

  • ASU Library prefers billing via OCLC IFM.
  • If ASU Library invoices a library, the library will receive an invoice via email following shipment of materials.

Payment methods

Note: ASU Library does not accept electronic fund transfers (EFTs) and credit cards.

Contact us

Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Standard Time

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 480-965-3282

Fax: 480-965-9486

Mailing addresses

FedEx, UPS or other courier service

Arizona State University
ASU Library, Interlibrary Loan
601 E. Tyler Mall
Tempe, AZ 85281

Postal Service

Arizona State University
ASU Library, Interlibrary Loan
P.O. Box 871006
Tempe, AZ 85287-1006