If an item cannot be located through a library in Marin County or Link+, opens a new window, you can place an Interlibrary Loan (ILL) request for the item by calling or visiting your local branch library. We will search academic and public libraries in the United States for the requested item using WorldCat, opens a new window.
There is a nonrefundable $5.00 charge to initiate the search for books, microfilm, DVDs or audio books. This fee does not guarantee the receipt of the material. Occasionally, a lender may require additional fees for postage or copying charges before they will loan an item; you will be contacted if any additional charges are necessary. The ILL process can take from 4 to 6 weeks.
For information on requesting items from within Marin County, please see the Catalog Help section about placing holds, under Borrowing > On Hold.
