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Why You Should Arrive 15 Minutes Early for a Potomac Highlands Visit

At Potomac Highlands, arriving 15 minutes early isn't just a nice buffer. It's how you protect your visit time and get through sign-in without rushing.

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Potomac Highlands requires visitors to arrive at least 15 minutes before their scheduled visit to sign in. That early arrival window is part of the process, not extra time built into your visit.

Sign-in means registering at the facility entrance with valid photo identification. Show up right at your start time, and you'll be trying to complete that registration step after your slot has already begun.

Bring the right ID: Acceptable photo ID includes a valid driver’s license, a DMV-issued photo ID card, a passport, or a military ID.

Late arrivals don't get a reset or extension. You'll only receive whatever time is left in your assigned slot, which can turn a meaningful visit into a rushed few minutes.

  1. Plan to be there 15 minutes early. That is the facility’s expectation for signing in.
  2. Build in extra buffer time. Leave yourself room for normal delays so you are not walking in right at the start of your slot.
  3. Have your photo ID ready at the door. You must register upon entry and provide valid photo identification, so keep it accessible.

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  • Put your valid photo ID somewhere you can grab quickly, since you must register upon entry
  • Double-check your ID is one of the accepted types (valid driver’s license, DMV-issued photo ID card, passport, or military ID)
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time so you can sign in without cutting into your slot
  • If you are bringing anyone who also needs to register, make sure they have their own valid photo ID ready as well

Reminder: The 15-minute early arrival is for sign-in. If you arrive late, you only get the time left in your assigned time slot.

If you're running behind and need to reach the facility, Potomac Highlands lists (304) 496-7057 for non-contact visitation scheduling. The main phone number is (304) 496-1275, and the fax number is (304) 496-7591.

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