Before Your First Visit to Alger: Checklist for a Smooth Check-In
First visits go smoother when you handle approval, timing, and ID before you ever get in the car. Use this checklist to avoid the most common check-in problems at Alger.
Visitation at Alger Correctional Facility, MI
How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Overview
All visits at Alger Correctional Facility require an appointment. Approved visitors schedule through the Michigan DOC ViaPath (GTL) visitation scheduler—you can't book until your application clears, which can take up to four weeks whether you apply online or by mail. If mailing, include a self-addressed stamped envelope so the facility can send its response. Visits must be scheduled at least 48 hours ahead but no more than 7 days out, with appointment slots releasing at 8:00 a.m. starting Oct. 25, 2025. Prisoners can list immediate family, qualified clergy, attorneys, outreach volunteers, and up to ten other designated people (different categories require different MDOC forms). Plan to arrive early—MDOC recommends 30 minutes—sign in, show a government-issued photo ID, and use lockers for items you can't bring inside. Note that the scheduler site gives inconsistent guidance on the maximum number of in-person visitors.
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Quick Facts
- Visiting time slots at Alger will begin releasing at 8:00 a.m. starting Oct. 25, 2025.
- You must register on the Michigan DOC Visitation Scheduling site (ViaPath/GTL) and your visiting application must be approved before scheduling.
- Visits must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance and no more than 7 days ahead.
- Visitors must present a pictured government-issued photo ID at check-in.
Visitation Guides
Getting Approved to Visit Someone at Alger: What to Expect During the up-to-4-Week Wait
Getting approved to visit at Alger takes some paperwork and patience. The process itself is straightforward, but expect up to 4 weeks of waiting. Here's what you'll fill out, how to submit it, and how you'll hear back.
Setting up your first video visit with someone at Alger Correctional Facility — step-by-step
Video visits at Alger Correctional Facility are straightforward once you've got the approvals in place and know the booking window. Follow these steps to set up your account, get approved, and schedule your first visit—no surprises.
Video Visits at Alger: How to Set Up Your First $3.20 Call
Setting up your first video visit at Alger is straightforward. You'll need two things: approved visitor status and a ViaPath account to schedule and pay.
What to Wear to a Video Visit at Alger: MDOC Dress Code for Remote Calls
Video visits at Alger Correctional Facility come with a dress code—and yes, staff enforce it on camera. Here's how to pick an outfit that won't get your call cut short.
Who Can Visit an Inmate at Alger? Understanding Michigan's Visitor Rules and the 10-Person List
Trying to visit someone at Alger? The first step is figuring out whether you're eligible—and whether you're actually on their approved visitor list. Here's how Michigan's visitor rules work, including the CAJ-334 list and the "up to ten others" option.
Common Questions
How far in advance do I need to schedule a visit at Alger Correctional Facility?
You must schedule at least 48 hours ahead and no more than 7 days in advance. You also can’t schedule until you’re registered on the Michigan DOC ViaPath scheduler and your visiting application is approved.
Who is allowed to visit an inmate at Alger Correctional Facility?
Prisoners may visit with immediate family, qualified clergy, attorneys, outreach volunteers, and up to ten other people they designate. Different visitor types use different MDOC forms (for example, CAJ-334 for the visitor list and CAJ-1069 for attorneys).
How long does it take to get approved to visit someone at Alger?
Visiting applications—whether submitted online or by mail—may take up to four weeks to process. If you mail your application, include a self-addressed stamped envelope so the facility can mail back its response.
Other Guides for Alger Correctional Facility, MI
Calling Someone at Alger: Phone Rates and How to Set Up an AdvancePay Account
Want to get phone calls from someone at Alger? Two things matter most: understanding the phone provider rules (including the 20-number PAN list) and setting up an AdvancePay account so calls can actually reach you.
How to block or stop unwanted calls from someone at Alger Correctional Facility
Getting unwanted calls from someone at Alger Correctional Facility? You can block them directly through the call system—or escalate to the facility if that doesn't work.
How to look up an inmate's number and facility (OTIS) — steps for families with someone at Alger Correctional Facility
Before you send mail, money, or forms, confirm the person's MDOC ID number and current facility. In Michigan, the fastest way to do that is through OTIS—the Michigan Offender Tracking Information System.
