Membership Policy
Membership
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The general public has free access to the American Center Korea, however, membership allows patrons a wider selection of privileges.
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Adult residents of Korea (18 years and above) can obtain membership by submitting a membership application form and presenting appropriate photo identification (e.g. driving license, passport, Korean ID card) with proof of current residence.
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A membership card is issued to members for access to the library and to check-in and check-out books and DVDs.
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Only members are entitled to borrow books, DVDs, and back issues of periodicals.
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Membership is free of charge.
Membership Responsibilities
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The Membership card is not transferable.
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A member is responsible for all materials borrowed on his/her card.
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Loss of membership card should be reported immediately to American Center Korea. A new card will be issued against lost or damaged card.
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Members are requested to notify the American Center immediately of any change in contact information (address, telephone, email, etc.)
Lending Services
- Lending:
- Members may borrow books, DVDs, and back issues of periodicals up to three items for a period of two weeks.
- Renewals:
- The loan may be renewed for an additional two weeks only if the borrowed materials are not in demand.
- Requests for renewals must be made before the due date by telephone, email, or in person by specifying the item identification number, title, due date, and the membership number.
- Overdue Fines:
- Any member who is late in returning borrowed materials will be blocked from borrowing any materials for two months.
- Lost /Damaged Materials:
- When an item that has been checked out to a member is reported lost or damaged, the member shall either provide an exact replacement of the item or shall be charged the cost of the item including shipping charge.
Photocopying & Printing Services
The American Center Korea offers a limited photocopying service for academic or research Purposes only for materials in the American Center.
- Black-and-White Printing & Photocopying: W100 per Letter size copy
- Color Printing & Photocopying: W1, 000 per Letter size copy (Ask staff for this service.)