Interlibrary Loan Services
Transferring Items between SDPL Locations
LINK+
LINK+ is a union catalog of contributed holdings from participating public and academic libraries throughout California. San Diego Public Library cardholders can request book materials that are not currently in our catalog free of charge. This is a great resource if you’re looking for popular materials that are not owned by SDPL.
- About LINK+
- Search the LINK+ catalog
- If you need assistance, contact Circuit/LINK+ staff at 619-238-6656
San Diego Circuit
The San Diego Circuit is a lending consortium of public and academic libraries in the San Diego region. San Diego Public Library cardholders can request book materials that are not in our catalog free of charge. This is a great resource if you’re looking for research materials that are not owned by SDPL.- Search the Circuit catalog
- Borrowing through the Circuit FAQ
- Review Circuit fines & fees
- If you need assistance, contact Circuit/LINK+ staff at 619-238-6656
Interlibrary Loan
Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service has ended at San Diego Public Library. Please view the San Diego Circuit and Link+ catalogs to request items outside of SDPL to be sent to your local branch.
Outside of SDPL there are numerous neighboring library systems in the San Diego region that offer free library cards, borrowing privileges, resources and programming to California residents. Please visit their websites for more information.
Carlsbad City Library, Chula Vista Public Library, Coronado Public Library, Escondido Public Library, National City Public Library, Oceanside Public Library, San Diego County Library and San Diego Law Library.