How to deposit money for phone calls and commissary at Curran‑Fromhold
Sending money to someone at Curran‑Fromhold? First, you need to pick the right system—one handles phone calls, the other covers commissary.
How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Sending money to someone at Curran‑Fromhold is straightforward once you pick the right account type. Commissary deposits go through Access Corrections. Phone or prepaid-call funds go through AdvancePay. These are separate systems, so make sure you're using the one that matches what you're trying to fund. Prefer to pay in person? The facility's lobby kiosks allow deposits up to $500 per day. For certain online or phone deposit options, you'll need a credit or debit card. To avoid delays, follow the required payment channel and enter the inmate's name and booking ID so the money routes correctly.
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Sending money to someone at Curran‑Fromhold? First, you need to pick the right system—one handles phone calls, the other covers commissary.
Sending money to someone in a Philadelphia prison? First, make sure you're funding the right account. Phone calls and commissary run on two completely different deposit systems — mix them up, and your loved one won't have access to what they need.
Use Access Corrections to deposit funds for commissary purchases. Follow the prompts and include the inmate’s name and booking ID so the deposit posts to the correct account.
Add money for phone or prepaid calls through AdvancePay. Before you send anything, double-check that you’re funding phone minutes (AdvancePay) and not commissary (Access Corrections).
Yes. The lobby kiosks allow deposits up to $500 per day. Funds often post quickly through kiosks and approved online services, but timing can vary by method.
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