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British Council Sri Lanka
Become a library member

It’s easy to join. We offer 6 membership categories to suit your learning and information requirements. Just choose the type of membership that suits you best, come to the British Council bringing proof of identification and borrow items right away with your new membership card which you get immediately.

We look forward to having you as a member of the British Council lbrary.

GOLD ADULT / DIAMOND / PLATINUM MEMBERSHIP

If you are 16 years or older you are eligible for this membership.

You can become a member by producing an identification or proof of employment or by a deposit.

You will need to fill an application form which is available at the library help desk.

Membership by production of identification
We will grant membership over the counter on the production of a national identity card, driver's licence, valid passport, letter of introduction from employer or work identity card.

Non-Sri Lankan citizens working in Sri Lanka should produce a letter of introduction from employer or a work identity card.

Membership by deposit
If you are unable to produce the above listed identification documents you can obtain membership by payment of a refundable deposit of Rs 3,000 in addition to the annual membership fee.

CATEGORY FEE ENTITLEMENT
Gold Adult Rs. 2,250
(per annum)
4 books
1 periodical
1 pack or work-card
Diamond Rs. 3,500
(per annum)
4 books
2 IELTS packs
1 pack
1 periodical
1 work-card
Platinum Rs. 4,500
(per annum)
4 books from the General Lending section
2 books from the Young Learners Centre
2 IELTS packs
1 pack
1 work card
1 DVD
1 periodical
acess to 'Books Online'


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GOLD YOUNG LEARNER MEMBERSHIP

If you are between 5 and 15 years old you are eligible for this membership.

Application forms are available at the membership counter of our library.

Your application should be signed by your parent or guardian, who thereby takes responsibility for all materials borrowed by you.

FEE ENTITLEMENT
Rs. 2,250
(per annum)
4 books from the Young Learners Centre


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SILVER MEMBERSHIP

If you are registered as a student at our Teaching Centre or for an examination with us you are eligible for this membership.

Application forms are available at the membership counter of our library.

You may obtain membership over the counter by producing your student card, an official receipt or other document of proof from the British Council Teaching Centre.

FEE ENTITLEMENT
Free of charge refer material available in our library for Teaching Centre students and Exams candidates registered with us

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ORGANISATIONAL MEMBERSHIP

Any government or non-governmental organisation you can apply for this membership. This membership category provides institutions with ready access to all our library and information services - including a vast range of electronic resources.

Application forms are available at the membership counter of our library.

The application should be made by the Head of the Department / Institution and the official stamp of the institution should support the application.

FEE ENTITLEMENT
Rs. 14,000
(per annum)
20 books
2 work-cards
2 periodicals
4 DVDs or videos

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