How to send money to someone at Baldwin County Jail: methods, fees, and requirements

Before sending money, confirm you're eligible. Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) facilities require you to be on the recipient's approved visitor list before you can use any payment method. Not approved yet? Start that process first - otherwise your deposit won't go through.

JPay's online transfer fees depend on how much you send. Deposits from $0.01 to $20.00 cost $3.50. Send $20.01 to $100.00, and the fee jumps to $5.00. Larger transfers from $100.01 to $300.00 run $6.50. Planning your deposit amount around these tiers can help you avoid paying more than necessary.

JPay charges for other services too. Video visitation runs $3.95 for 30 minutes, and electronic stamps for e-mail cost $0.35 each. These are separate from transfer fees, so budget for both if you're helping with commissary and staying in touch.

1. Create the free money order voucher - Generate the voucher so you can print it.
2. Print the voucher - Keep it clean and readable so it can be processed.
3. Mail the voucher with your money order - Send it in by mail as directed as part of the lockbox/money order process.

Online deposits not working for you? Walk-in deposits and MoneyGram are also options. Pricing for these methods is typically listed alongside the online tiers, so you can compare before deciding. Pick the method that fits your timeline and budget, then send what makes sense for your situation.

Choose Fees Speed

• ✓ If you need speed, online JPay transfers are straightforward - but the fee is tiered: $3.50 (for $0.01–$20.00), $5.00 (for $20.01–$100.00), or $6.50 (for $100.01–$300.00).
• ✓ If keeping fees as low as possible is your top priority, the lockbox/money order route can be free - but it’s slower and you should allow up to two weeks for mail and processing time.
• ✓ If you’re budgeting for more than commissary, remember JPay can also charge for communication: video visitation is $3.95 for 30 minutes, and email uses electronic stamps that cost $0.35 each.
• ✓ If you’re unsure which method to use or you’re running into problems, a live agent is available 24/7 to walk you through sending money.