What if I'm out of town and a book I have is recalled?
Answer
When you're out of town and one of your items is recalled (or overdue and not available to renew), you are still responsible for returning the item by the due date to avoid late fees. Mailing an item to the Library should be your last resort. Please return items in person, or have someone deliver it in person on your behalf, if at all possible.
If it's not possible to return your items in person, you can mail materials to the Library from which they were checked out, keeping in mind:
- You will incur replacement fees for any item lost in the mail. The Library is not responsible for lost items.
- You should use the most secure delivery method available to you, with tracking and delivery confirmation, as well as insurance.
- Please pack the item securely, as you will be responsible for items damaged in the mail.
- Library name, building and room numbers for each library are listed on the Library hours and maps page. Please add that information to the general UC Berkeley mailing address on your package:
Library name
Building and/or Room Number
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720-6000
During holiday closures (see library hours), due dates will typically be extended to the first post-holiday business day. While requests can still be placed online via UC Library Search at any time, the same closure policy will apply to holds for pickup.