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Procedure

            			
You can register for the BIBCARD online or get it on site at one of the 8 locations. 

Online 


  • You can only register online if you have your first or second place of residence in zip code areas 27 and 28.
  • You will find the link to online registration under "Further information" - "Online service" - "Online registration for new customers".
  • Fill in the form and send it off.
  • The library will check your data.
  • The next working day (Monday to Friday) you will receive an e-mail with your BIBCARD number and further information.

On site 


  • Visit one of the 8 city libraries
  • Please bring a valid identity card or passport with a registration certificate and, if applicable, proof of a free or reduced-price BIBCARD.
  • Please fill out a registration form. You will receive this on site.
  • Children and young people up to the age of 18 also need the signature of a parent or legal guardian. The parent or legal guardian must also bring a valid identity card or passport with a registration certificate.
  • You will receive the BIBCARD immediately on site.
			
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Digital BIBCARD 


  • A spontaneous visit to the library and the BIBCARD is at home? That's no longer a problem. Simply download the app to your smartphone and you'll always have your BIBCARD with you. 
    And this is how it works: 
    • Do you have an iOS device? Download the "Bremen City Library" app from the AppStore and log in with your access data.
    • In the menu under "ID" you will find the barcode of your BIBCARD, which you can use to borrow or renew media.
    • Do you have an Android device? Please download the app "mobilOPAC Recherche und Konto".
    • Select the Bremen location in this app. From this point on, you can use the app as usual and the Bremen City Library logo will be displayed as an app icon.
    • In the Android app, you will also find your BIBCARD in the menu under ID card.

You can also find out more under "Further information" - "Where can I find out more?" - "Video 'Our digital BIBCARD'" 


  • Pupils in Bremen can also create a digital BIBCARD using their school iPad. Find out more under "Further information" - "Where can I find out more?" - "Create a digital school Bibcard for pupils in Bremen".
  • Teachers in Bremen can use the free BIBCARD for teachers on their work iPad. Find out more under "Further information" - "Where can I find out more?" - "Create a digital Bibcard for teachers in Bremen".

Reusing the BIBCARD: If your BIBCARD has expired and you no longer need it, please do not throw it away. The City Library can reactivate the card for you at any time if you want to use it again in the future.