--- title: "South Asia Archive and Library Group — check charity number 277132 | CharityCompare" description: "Is South Asia Archive and Library Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 277132. Education/training charity based in 96 Euston Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/south-asia-archive-and-library-group retrieved: 2026-08-25T01:13:32.916Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer South Asia Archive and Library Group is a registered charity (number 277132) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £335 (year ending 2025-10-27). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about South Asia Archive and Library Group? Registered charity number 277132 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 96 Euston Road Latest income (year ending 2025-10-27) £335 Website [www.bl.uk/collections/saalg.html](http://www.bl.uk/collections/saalg.html) ## What does South Asia Archive and Library Group do? Forum for sharing information on South Asia relating to professional activities of archivists and librarians ## What causes is South Asia Archive and Library Group registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for South Asia Archive and Library Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. South Asia Archive and Library Group is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=south-asia-archive-and-library-group&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bl.uk/collections/saalg.html) ## Frequently asked questions Is South Asia Archive and Library Group a legitimate charity? Yes. South Asia Archive and Library Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 277132) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is South Asia Archive and Library Group's charity number? South Asia Archive and Library Group's charity number is 277132. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 277132? Search 277132 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does South Asia Archive and Library Group do? Forum for sharing information on South Asia relating to professional activities of archivists and librarians Does South Asia Archive and Library Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for South Asia Archive and Library Group. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to South Asia Archive and Library Group? South Asia Archive and Library Group's website is http://www.bl.uk/collections/saalg.html — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/277132).