How to Send Money to Someone at Algoa and Set Up Phone Calls
Money and phone access are usually the first practical hurdles after someone arrives at Algoa. Here's how to deposit funds and get set up to receive calls through Securus.
Send Money at Algoa Correctional Center
How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Overview
Send money to someone at Algoa Correctional Center through a facility lobby kiosk, an approved online vendor, or a JPay electronic transfer. Before paying, confirm which method and vendor the facility accepts and follow the exact instructions. Kiosk and card transactions generally post quickly, helping the person access commissary funds sooner. Mailed deposits like money orders may take a few business days to process. Deposits go to the inmate's personal account for approved purchases. Transfers between inmate accounts are typically not allowed. If you mail a payment, use a money order or cashier's check and follow the required address and processing steps. Don't include personal mail, photographs, cards, stamps, or other items when sending anything to the Offender Finance Office address. That office processes money transactions only.
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Quick Facts
- You can add funds via a lobby kiosk, an approved online vendor, or JPay electronic transfer.
- Kiosk and card transactions usually post quickly while mailed deposits take a few business days to process.
- Deposited funds are applied to the inmate’s personal account for approved commissary purchases; transfers between inmate accounts are typically not permitted.
- Do not send personal mail, cards, stamps, or photographs to the Offender Finance Office address because that office processes money transactions only.
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Common Questions
How can I send money to an inmate at Algoa Correctional Center?
You can usually send money through a facility lobby kiosk, an approved online vendor, or JPay electronic transfers. Check the facility’s preferred vendor and payment instructions before you send funds.
Will a deposit show up immediately in an inmate’s account?
Not always. Kiosk and card transactions usually post quickly, but mailed deposits like money orders may take a few business days to process.
Can I mail photographs or cards to the Offender Finance Office with my payment?
No. Don't send personal mail, cards, stamps, or photographs to the Offender Finance Office address. It processes money transactions only.
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