The University of Jordan Library :: Amman ::UJ,
Depository Library for United Nations Publications
United Nations Publications Collection
United Nations Depository Library
About the Depository Library
The Hall contains publications of the United Nations and its affiliated international organizations and agencies, in addition to publications from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. The library has been considered a depository center for United Nations publications since 1970 AD.
Established as UN Depository since 1970
International Organizations & Agencies
United Nations
Official documents, reports, and publications from all UN bodies and specialized agencies
World Bank
Development reports, economic surveys, and research publications on global economic issues
International Monetary Fund
Financial statistics, country reports, and economic outlook publications
UN Specialized Agencies
Publications from UNESCO, WHO, FAO, ILO, and other UN specialized agencies
Available Services
  • Access to complete collection of United Nations documents and publications
  • Research assistance for locating specific UN materials
  • Reference services for international organization publications
  • Digital access to selected UN databases and resources
  • Interlibrary loan services for UN documents
  • Research guidance on international law and global affairs
Research & Academic Value
Importance for Academic Research
As an official United Nations Depository Library, this collection provides invaluable resources for students, researchers, and faculty members engaged in studies related to international relations, global governance, sustainable development, human rights, and international law. The depository status ensures access to authentic UN documents, treaties, statistical data, and research reports that are essential for comprehensive academic research in these fields.
Collection Scope
The collection includes official records, sales publications, mimeographed documents, periodicals, and reference materials published by the United Nations system. This encompasses materials from the General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, International Court of Justice, and all UN specialized agencies and programs.