Visitation at San Bernardino - WVDC.

How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements

Overview

San Bernardino, WVDC offers both online and phone visit scheduling, but you'll need to start by looking up the incarcerated person through the Sheriff's Inmate Locator before booking. The online scheduling link opens each week from Tuesday at 12:00 a.m. through Saturday at 11:59 p.m. Prefer to schedule by phone? Call (909) 887-0364 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Calling the day before your planned visit to schedule or confirm is a good idea, since it lets you catch any last-minute changes. Before you go, set up your online scheduling account if needed, bring a valid government photo ID, and confirm you're on the approved visiting list. Rules and visit types can vary.

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Quick Facts

  • You must first look up the incarcerated person using the Sheriff’s Inmate Locator before scheduling a visit at WVDC.
  • Phone scheduling is available at (909) 887-0364 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.
  • The online visitor scheduling link is available beginning Tuesday at midnight through Saturday at 11:59 p.m.
  • Visitors are advised to call the day before a planned visit to schedule or confirm the appointment.

Visitation Guides

Visitation

How to Visit Facility

Visiting starts with scheduling. You can set up a visit online during the weekly scheduling window, or call the facility during their phone hours.

Who Can Visit Together at WVDC? Understanding the Two-Visitor Rule

At West Valley Detention Center (WVDC), each visit is limited to two visitors per inmate. Usually, one visitor must be an adult—the second can be another adult or a minor. This rule determines who can go in together, so decide ahead of time which two people will attend.

WVDC Visit Checklist: What to Bring and When to Arrive

Get to West Valley Detention Center (WVDC) at least 30 minutes before your scheduled visit. This buffer isn't optional—staff need it to check you in and complete screening. Show up without those 30 minutes to spare, and you can be turned away even with an appointment.

Common Questions

How do I schedule a visit at San Bernardino - WVDC?

Look up the incarcerated person first using the Sheriff’s Inmate Locator. Then schedule online (available Tue 12:00 a.m. through Sat 11:59 p.m.) or use the phone scheduling line during posted hours.

When can I call to schedule a visit at WVDC?

Call (909) 887-0364 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.

When is the WVDC online scheduling link available each week?

The online scheduling link opens Tuesday at 12:00 a.m. and stays available through Saturday at 11:59 p.m. Set up or claim your account ahead of time to speed up booking.

Other Guides for San Bernardino - WVDC

Phone & Messaging

How to Contact an Inmate at Facility

If you need to connect with someone at San Bernardino - WVDC, setting up a visit is the fastest way to start. Here are your options and the exact windows to use them.

Sending Commissary

How to Send Money to Facility

Sending money or paying a balance connected to this facility comes with specific, fixed fees. Here are the amounts that are clearly documented, plus what you should confirm before paying.

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