Card help
The University of Edinburgh Card provides a form of identification, access to controlled entry buildings and library access for staff, students and Visitors.
Getting your first card
![University Card](https://www.ed.ac.uk/sites/default/files/styles/panel_breakpoints_theme_uoe_mobile_1x/public/thumbnails/image/uni_card_with_blue.jpg?itok=L6W92uFD)
Information on getting your first University card and guidelines on submitting a photo.
University card functions
![Card reader](https://www.ed.ac.uk/sites/default/files/styles/panel_breakpoints_theme_uoe_mobile_1x/public/thumbnails/image/card_reader_3.jpg?itok=i54-SaMN)
Your University card provides identification, library membership, printing, cashless catering and building access.
Replacement cards
![Lost card](https://www.ed.ac.uk/sites/default/files/styles/panel_breakpoints_theme_uoe_mobile_1x/public/thumbnails/image/lost_card.jpg?itok=a1DVnCBP)
Please visit a card help desk to get a replacement card.
Card Help Desks
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Replacement cards can be requested at any of the University Library Card Help Desks or EdHelp Service Desks.
University Card Service - Privacy Notice
How we manage information about your card, and as you use the card.
Need any help?
If you require assistance with any card-related matter, please see: