Campus Cards
Do you have a "Legacy Card" or a OneCard?
If you have a OneCard:
This is the ID card number used to provision electronic access across campus.
Important: If your card is a legacy card, you must upgrade to a UCSD OneCard before requesting access to any spaces.
How to Upgrade:
- Visiting Scholars/Affiliates: OneCard Upgrade Instructions
- Employees: Email Campus Card Office
- Students: Submit a Help Case
Building access is managed through UC San Diego Campus ID cards. We do not issue or loan temporary keycards. If your card is delayed, contact the Campus Card Office directly. | Campus Card Help Ticket
Instructions for University Affiliates
Affiliates (industry, collaborators, visitors) must obtain an affiliate ID card. This is facilitated through the sponsoring department. View Instructions | Download Form
To Activate: Email jsoe-space@ucsd.edu with a photo of the front/back of the card, start/end dates, and requested areas.
Instructions for Health System Employees
Health System cards are not compatible with FAH readers. Collaborators must obtain a UCSD Campus Card.
Once obtained, use the Access Request Form.
Note: Sign in with @ucsd.edu, NOT @health.ucsd.edu.