Fines

Important Notes

  • Return or renew your loans by the due date.
  • Do not give your items to someone else for return; you are responsible for them.
  • Treat your university card like a credit card—report it immediately if lost or stolen.
  • Note: Lending library items to others may result in fines or replacement charges.
  • If you notice an item in your loan record that you did not borrow, contact the Circulation Desk immediately.
Good news! From 19 October 2026, you can pay your library fines and other Library Services fees via the NWU Cashless Payment Portal.

Library Fines

Item TypeFine
Overdue items: Open CollectionR1,00 (per item per day)
Overdue items: Short Loan SectionR3,00 (per item per hour)
Overdue items: Interlibrary Loan (ILL)R10,00 (per item per day)
Lost booksR150,00 admin fee + replacement cost

User Guide

Need step-by-step help with signing in and managing your account? Use the official WorldCat Discovery guide below.

How to see your fines