Loans and requests

In the National Repository Library’s archive storage area, there are movable archive shelving units, bookshelves, and large collections of books and journals preserved for long-term storage. In the foreground are blue transport scooters and a cart used for moving books and other materials.

Delivery will generally take place within 48 hours of the order. A fee will be charged for loans starting from 1 March 2026.

The easiest way to submit a request is to use the Vaari-Finna database.

The requesting library needs a patron barcode and a last name to log in. Libraries can also request material from the National Repository Library by e-mail or phone.

Loan periods:

Printed material: 35 days
LP and CD Albums: 35 days

Materials may be renewed 10 times at most, provided that no one else has placed a reserve on that material.

Reprographic Service

The NRL sends electronic copies of articles to requesting libraries as PDF files via e-mail. PDF files preserve all the formatting, the graphics as well as the colours of the original document. A fee will be charged for articles starting from 1 March 2026.

Ninety percent of the documents – mainly English STM material from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s – go to academic libraries. Medical publications are requested most frequently.