KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Checklist for doing research abroad
identify collections and make contact (use homepages or directories in Yale libraries)
visitor privileges -- requirements, cost, etc.
? letter of introduction from your faculty advisor 
? letter of introduction from the Yale University Library Privileges Office 
? diploma and/or transcript
? passport or other acceptable ID 
? valid Yale ID (check the expiration date!) 
? extra passport photos for a temporary library ID 
? acceptable forms of payment
collection hours and rules
? ongoing or upcoming renovations or moves that could impede access to particular materials 
? limits on number of reader spaces at the library 
? availability and cost of photocopying 
? information you are expected to know about the materials in advance (search catalogs online or in 
Yale libraries)
? time required to gain access to and use materials 
? other rules -- e.g., are laptops allowed? 
preparations
? arrange acceptable forms of payment, if they can be obtained here
? find out about resources affected by foreign access restrictions (kimberly.parker@yale.edu)
? set up and test Remote Authentication Proxy Server on your laptop
? return all Yale Library materials or arrange for someone to check your mail who can return any 
recalled materials
? don't request materials (Circulation, Eli Express, or ILL) right before you leave

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