Get Items From Other Libraries
If you know of an item, but find it isn't available from San José libraries, you have other free ways of requesting it:
Link+
Request books online from 40+ libraries through California, using your San José Library card and PIN.
- Books are usually delivered within 4 days
- Search Link+ directly or from within our Library Catalog
- Link+ requests show in your account, alongside normal holds for San José Library items
- The library will alert you when the item arrives
Interlibrary Services (ILLiad)
Request books, articles, and more online from libraries throughout the world.
- Requires set up of a separate ILLiad account and password for making and managing requests
- Articles can be delivered to you electronically
- The process usually takes a minimum of 7-10 days
- The library will alert you when the item arrives




