Vouchers have unlimited validity and can be reused any number of times. Supplying libraries are encouraged to accept a standard payment of one voucher for supplying one loan or a photocopy of up to 15 pages, but are still able to charge less or more than this if they wish to do so. Apart from the initial purchase and final redemption of vouchers, the Scheme eliminates all financial elements when paying for international transactions. No money lost in international exchange rates. No need for invoices, therefore reduced administration costs.
Libraries can retain vouchers for reuse at a later date.
The Scheme was launched in January 1995, and there are now a large number of participating libraries and institutions. Please contact the Office for UAP to let us know you are interested. We can then give you all the information you need to purchase your first supply of vouchers, and an up to date list of all participants. Vouchers must be paid for by cheque in US Dollars, and prepayment is required. There is no administration fee.