HU Library and Canteen
University Library of Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
An integral part of the Humboldt-Universität, the University Library provides academic literature to the University. It is open free of charge to anyone who is a resident in Germany. In addition to the central library, the University Library comprises nine branch libraries and the University Archives.
How to get a library card
Enrolled PhD-Candidates at the Humboldt-Universität
Employees at the HU, Visiting Scholars and non-enrolled Scholarship Holders
If you are an employee at the HU or a visiting scholar, please let the staff at the lending desk know when registering and provide proof in the form of relevant documentation. In order to get a library card you need the following documents:
- personal ID card or passport
- Humboldt-University employment contract (for employees)
- Gastwissenschaftlerausweis (visiting scholar ID card) or confirmation letter from your department (for visiting scholars)
- residency certificate ("Meldebescheinigung" from the registration office/”Bürgeramt”)
Use of the Canteen
The canteen can be used by all member and guests of the HU. In order to carry out payments in the canteen, you need a "MensaCard". You can obtain a MensaCard at the checkouts of refectories for a deposit of €1.55. You get back the deposit when you return the card. You must present your student identity card or mention that you are employed at Humboldt-Universität when obtaining the card at the checkouts to get the cheaper student or academic staff price.
For further information please consult the websites of studierendenWERK BERLIN.