How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
First things first: you must be on the inmate's approved visitation list before you can visit. Once approved, you're limited to one visit per week. On-site visits happen at the visitation center via video—offered daily in two blocks, with inmates getting two 30-minute sessions weekly. All visits require an appointment scheduled at least 24 hours ahead, either in person at the jail or online. Phone scheduling isn't available. Prefer visiting from home? At-Home video visits through GettingOut cost $5.00 per 30-minute session and don't count against the inmate's on-site allowance. Just know that remote sessions (except attorney and clergy visits) are recorded and monitored. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, and don't show up under the influence. There's no storage for prohibited items like tobacco, cell phones, or electronics—leave them at home or in your car.
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Choosing between an At‑Home video visit and the on‑site visitation center at DeKalb County Jail? The main differences are cost, how visits count toward weekly allowances, and recording policies.
Your first on-site video visit at DeKalb County Jail will go much smoother if you handle two things early: get approved and schedule ahead. Use the sections below as a quick run-through before you leave home.
DeKalb County Jail's visitation materials contradict each other on weekly visit limits. Here's what the documents actually say, why the discrepancy matters for your planning, and the fastest way to confirm which limit applies before you make the trip.
Scheduling a visit at DeKalb County Jail is straightforward once you know the two big rules: you must be on the inmate's approved list, and you need to book at least 24 hours ahead.
You must be on the inmate's approved visitation list before visiting. Submit a visitation request and wait for approval, then schedule your visit using the jail's online system or by going in person.
Inmates housed in maximum security or mental health areas are not permitted to have visitors. You’ll also be turned away if you arrive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for check-in. Leave prohibited items—like tobacco, cell phones, and electronics—at home or in your vehicle, since the sheriff’s office does not provide storage.
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DeKalb County Jail switched to digital mail delivery on January 5, 2026. This changes where you send letters and photos—and exactly how to address the envelope so it gets processed.
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