How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
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.
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Sending money to someone in custody is pretty straightforward once you know your options. Here's a breakdown of JPay's deposit methods, what fees look like, and the one mailing mistake you absolutely need to avoid.
The fastest option is depositing online through JPay with a credit or debit card. Have the inmate's full name and ID ready, since the vendor typically requires both to process a deposit.
Yes. JPay uses tiered deposit fees that vary by the amount you send, so the processing fee changes with your deposit total. Check the vendor's current fee schedule before paying.
No. VADOC facilities reject mailed cash and personal checks. Use approved vendor channels instead: online, phone, kiosk/agent, or certified funds per facility instructions.
Bringing a child to a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) visit? Plan on showing paperwork at the door every single time. The big one is the Minor Visitor Notarized Statement (or a copy of a court order), plus a photo ID that matches your visitation application.
Two things drive most inmate communication at this facility: how phone calls work, and how you fund accounts for paid services.
Visiting someone in a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) facility for the first time involves three steps: apply online, wait for approval, then schedule your visit online and show up prepared. This guide covers each step so you can plan your timing, follow the scheduling rules, and get through check-in without any surprises.
