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Visitor access to LSE Library and Archive

Welcome

Our Library is open to all who want to use the collections.

The access we provide depends on your status and requirements.

Collections you can access

Visitors can use most print items (excluding Course Collection books), and some electronic resources via the 1st floor visitor PCs.

How to apply for access to LSE Library

Select a category to find out how long we can give you access for, and what you need to provide. We respond to applications within working days.

Select your category

Digital scanning service

If you are unable to visit you may benefit from our free scanning service which is aimed at researchers wishing to consult small amounts of material remotely. Digital scans of archives and special collections items can be ordered for personal use.

Each request will be considered on a case-by-case basis. We aim to produce scans, subject to condition approval and appropriate copyright restrictions, within 10 working days.

Contact us

If you need any help, get in touch: