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Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about visiting, membership, events, tickets and services at the National Library of Syria.
Digital library
You can browse digitized material directly from the "Digital library" section of the site; much of it is free to read and download.
Events & tickets
Open the event page, choose the ticket type and quantity, then enter your details. You will receive a reference number, and payment is completed at the library.
Yes — contact us with your booking reference number at least one day before the event.
General
The library is on Al-Jala'a Avenue, Damascus, Syria. You can reach us at info@nls.sy or +963 11 222 0000.
Membership
You can apply through the "Apply for membership" page. Membership is free, and we will contact you to complete the procedure and issue your reader card.
Services
Yes — reprography services are available for non-copyright-protected documents, subject to preservation rules. See the Services section for details.
Visiting
The library is open Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is closed on Fridays, Saturdays and public holidays.
Access to the reading rooms and permanent exhibitions is free. Some events and special exhibitions may require a ticket, which is noted on the event page.
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