Before Your First Virginia DOC Visit: Security Screening Checklist
Your first Virginia DOC visit goes a lot smoother when you treat it like airport security: arrive early, bring the right ID, and expect staff to verify everything at check-in.
How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Visiting at Augusta Corrections Center starts with approval. Every visitor (adults and minors alike) must apply online and be pre-approved by the Central Visitation Unit before attempting an in-person or video visit. General population in-person visiting hours are listed as 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., and each inmate gets a minimum of one two-hour visit per seven-day period. Video visitation is limited to five people total, including children. Minors must be accompanied by an adult who is their parent or legal guardian. Arrive with a valid government photo ID, follow the facility's dress and conduct rules, and schedule within the allowed booking window. Breaking video-visit rules can lead to a six-month suspension, and serious or repeated violations may result in a permanent ban.
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Your first Virginia DOC visit goes a lot smoother when you treat it like airport security: arrive early, bring the right ID, and expect staff to verify everything at check-in.
Video visitation is doable once you handle approval, timing, and ID. Use the guidance below, and double-check the one policy area where instructions conflict.
Submit the visitor application online to the Central Visitation Unit and wait for pre-approval before you try to visit. If you’re applying from out of state, start early since processing can take longer.
General population visiting hours are listed as 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Each inmate gets a minimum of one two-hour visit per seven-day period. Confirm the schedule before you go, since weekend or holiday details can vary.
Video visits allow up to five people total, including children. Minors can attend, but they must be accompanied by at least one adult who is their parent or legal guardian and is listed on the application.
Breaking video visitation rules can result in a six-month suspension of video visiting privileges. Serious or repeated violations may lead to stronger sanctions, including a permanent ban from video visitation.
Getting approved for in-person visits at a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) facility takes a few steps, and the biggest key is starting early. Here's how the online application works, how long CVU review usually takes, and what to do once you're approved.
Trying to stay in touch with someone at Augusta Corrections Center? The phone system has specific rules you'll want to know upfront. Here's how to make sure you have the right setup for your situation.
Looking to add money for phone calls? This facility uses ConnectNetwork for funding prepaid phone options.