Bland Correctional Center, VA

Visiting at Bland Correctional Center starts with getting approved. Once approved, schedule your visit online through the Visitation Scheduler up to 14 days in advance. You're limited to one scheduled visit per weekend. Video visits are available for all housing units on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during designated morning and afternoon sessions, so check the schedule when you book. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID that matches your visitor application. Bringing a minor? You'll need a notarized Minor Visitor Notarized Statement signed by a parent or legal guardian, and the child must stay under the supervising adult's care on DOC property. Follow the VADOC dress code for in-person visits, and leave watches or wearable technology (including Google Glasses) at home.

Bland Correctional Center uses the Virginia Department of Corrections phone system, operated by ConnectNetwork (Global Tel*Link). All calls are recorded and monitored, except properly verified attorney calls. Each call is limited to 20 minutes, and the person incarcerated can only dial numbers on their approved call list (up to 15 phone numbers). If you need to pay for inmate-related vendor services, you can do so through the VADOC toll-free vendor payment line (JPay). Beyond phone calls, facilities commonly offer video visits and tablet messaging. Those services typically require a vendor account, identity verification, and adding funds before you can use them.

Sending money to someone at Bland Correctional Center? Online deposits through JPay are typically the fastest route, and you can pay with a credit or debit card. JPay charges tiered fees based on how much you send, so check the vendor's current fee schedule before submitting a deposit. If you'd rather not pay online, you can also make payments by phone through JPay's toll-free line (contact the vendor for phone payment options and support). Don't mail cash or personal checks to VADOC facilities. Mailed money will be rejected. Stick to approved vendor channels, or follow the vendor or facility instructions for any certified-funds options.