Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 11:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9:30am to 10:00 pm
May Bank Holiday opening
Monday 5th May 10.00am to 10.00pm
Monday 26th May 10.00am to 10.00pm
NOTICE:
Library e-resources Sunday 18 May
Many of our e-resources will not be accessible from May 18th 2025 17:00 through to May 18th 2025 23:40.
This is due to essential maintenance work. We apologise for any inconvenience
For the period of 06/05/2025 to 23/05/2025 inclusive:
SOAS Library will not be issuing new membership cards for the following categories:
All other library members with a valid card, including those with Special Collections Reading Room appointments, can use the library as usual during this period.
For more information about SOAS Library, including online resources, visit Library | SOAS
SOAS key dates and opening times webpages.
Existing members
External members with valid SOAS Library card they do not need to book to visit SOAS Library. If you don't yet have an up-to-date membership, please fill in this form to apply for membership. We will contact you to arrange an appointment for you to collect your new ID card when it is ready.
Visitors wishing to use SOAS Special Collections should read our guidance before arranging their visit. We regret that visitors without a booking will not be admitted. For information about joining SOAS Library if you do not already have a valid membership card
For further information see Brunei Gallery website
