With a replacement UCard, does everything work immediately?
It depends on the type of replacement card you get: Replacement for a Damaged UCard: The 16-digit card number and 15-digit library barcode number are not changed. So all UCard-related services should continue to work without interruption. Replacement for a Lost/Stolen UCard: Both the 16-digit card number and 15-digit library barcode number are changed. Most services, such as the meal plans, the UCard debit account, and non-residential door access, are managed within in the UCard system, and will continue to work without interruption. However, two specific services will not: • Residential Door Access: Housing Services’ residential door access system is managed outside of the UCard system. It typically takes 1-2 hours before Housing gets the new card number, at which time your residential door access should resume. • 5-College Library Privileges: The 5-College Library system also lies outside of the UCard system. The UMass Library updates their database once per week. If you encounter pr
It depends on the type of replacement card you get: Replacement UCards: In the case of any replacement UCard, the 16-digit card number is changed. Most services, such as the meal plans, the UCard debit account, and non-residential door access, are managed within in the UCard system, and will continue to work without interruption. However, two specific services may not: • Residential Door Access: Housing Services’ residential door access system is managed outside of the UCard system. It typically takes 1-2 hours before Housing gets the new card number, at which time your residential door access should resume. • 5-College Library Privileges: The 5-College Library system also lies outside of the UCard system. In the case of lost/stolen UCard replacements (not damaged UCard replacements) the 15-digit library barcode number is also changed to prevent anyone who might gain access to your old UCard from using it to borrow library materials in your name. The UMass Library only updates their ba
