This special service is offered to the entire community of the KFUPM with questions in a specific area of library services.

Books can be renewed using one of the following options:

  1. IVR (Interactive Voice Response):
    • Dial 860 3015 and press 1
    • Enter your ID & office phone #
    • The system will generate a reference number which should be noted down by the caller for future reference.
  2. E-mail : lib-circ@kfupm.edu.sa
  3. For online self renewal through e-library (online catalog), please visit: libportal.kfupm.edu.sa and follow the steps given below:
    1. Select My Account from the iBistro functions listed horizontally on the Welcome screen and select Renew my materials
    2. Enter your KFUPM ID number and Library PIN # in the respective box and click List Charged Items
    3. Select the desired option: Renew Selected Item or Renew All . The Default is already set for the first option, Renew Selected Item . Check boxes against the desired items to be renewed and click Renew Selected Items given at the bottom of the screen.
    4. Next screen will display renewed items information, including new due date and the number of times the item/s is renewed among other things.
    5. System will not accept self-renewals of item/s if it is overdue, crossed the maximum renewals (3-times) limit or someone has placed hold on it
    6. For any help on Self-Renewal, please call the Circulation desk on 03-860-3077.
  1. Please note the items on hold; overdue items and users with unpaid fines will not be allowed to renew.
  2. Maximum number of renewals allowed as per 'Circulation Policy' is 3 times.

Contact Information

Circulation Desk : 860 3077
IVR: 860-3015
Circulation Dept. E-mail : lib-circ@kfupm.edu.sa