Reader’s Card

The Reader’s Card allows access to public areas of the Arquivo Regional e Biblioteca Pública da Madeira (ABM), and to all services it provides (Reading, loan and Reserved Area, computer and Internet access, consulting audio-visual materials, among other services). However, if you wish to access the Archive’s Reading Room (2nd Floor) it’s mandatory to have [...]

No, you do not. It’s only necessary to request a Temporary Reading Permission. The authorization is valid for 3 days and not renewable.

You should go directly to ABM’s reception and fill in the proper application form by submitting your personal identification document (Citizen Card / ID card). The Reader’s card may also be requested online, but its assignment depends on prior validation and upon presentation of the reader’s identification document.