How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
To schedule a visit at Bergen County Jail, use the Bergen County Sheriff's visiting scheduling system or the GTL VisitMe portal to sign in, reserve a time, and manage upcoming visits. Visits run daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM and require at least 24 hours' advance notice—each visit lasts at least 15 minutes. Only two adult visitors are allowed at one time. Professional visitors have separate access from 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM, but must be approved by the Tour Commander on duty and show proper identification. S1 (highest security) housing follows its own schedule: Sunday and Thursday, 8:30–11:00 and 19:00–21:30. Before entering secure areas, store phones, coats, keys, tobacco, and other prohibited items in lockers. Only soft-sided file folders are allowed inside, and inmates may receive only legal papers.
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Visiting someone in jail is stressful enough without getting turned away at the door. At Bergen County Jail, one rule catches families off guard: only two adults can visit at a time. Here's how to plan ahead so your visit actually happens.
Visiting times at Bergen County Jail depend on which housing unit your loved one is in. The jail publishes an official schedule listing visiting days and time windows for each unit.
Visiting someone at Bergen County Jail gets easier once you understand their scheduling system. Here's how to book through the GTL VisitMe portal—and the timing rules you need to know.
Video visits at Bergen County Jail use GTL's VisitMe system. For desktop visits, you'll need the GTL VisBridge app. Set everything up ahead of time and log in early—last-minute tech issues can cost you your visit.
Visiting Bergen County Jail as an attorney, clergy member, interpreter, or medical professional? Success comes down to three things: showing up during professional access hours, having the right ID, and leaving prohibited items in the lockers.
Visits require at least 24 hours’ advance notice. They’re scheduled daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
No. Bergen County Jail allows no more than two adult visitors at one time.
Use the provided lockers for phones, coats, keys, tobacco, and other prohibited items before entering secure areas. During visits, only soft-sided file folders are permitted, inmates may receive only legal papers, and items like money, pens, jewelry, cigarettes, and chewing gum are treated as contraband.
Submitting electronic discovery to Bergen County Jail? You'll need two things: a USB drive and a completed manifest. The jail uses the manifest to identify your client, confirm who submitted the material, and verify exactly what's on the drive.
Need to report misconduct by a Bergen County Sheriff's officer or jail employee? You can file a complaint—even anonymously. Here's where to send it and who to contact with questions.
Mail rules can feel unforgiving—especially when you're just trying to stay connected. This checklist covers what Bergen County Jail rejects so you can screen your letter or reading material before sending it.
