How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex (EKCC) requires visits to be scheduled one week in advance. Visits run in two periods—9:00–11:00 and 1:00–3:00—and you must arrive during check-in windows (8:00–8:45 for morning, 12:00–12:45 for afternoon). Before your first visit, you'll need to be on the approved visitor list and complete any required forms and background checks. Contact visits allow up to three visitors (a walking child counts as one), while controlled visits are limited to two. Physical contact is limited to one brief kiss and hug at the start and end of each visit; sexual activity is prohibited. Dress modestly, wear appropriate footwear, and use front-lobby lockers for small items within cash and jewelry limits—anything not allowed inside will be returned or disposed of. General Population inmates start with three video visits and three in-person visits per month.
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Here's the main thing to know: EKCC requires visits to be scheduled one week in advance. No exceptions for last-minute plans—if you haven't booked seven days ahead, you'll need to pick a different date.
Video visits at Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex (EKCC) are straightforward once you know the timing and what information needs to match for approval. Here's what you need to plan your request so it goes through without issues.
EKCC can deny entry if your outfit doesn't meet the dress code. Dress modestly, follow the coverage rules below, and you'll avoid getting turned away at the door.
You can bring money into the visiting room at Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex (EKCC), but there's a strict limit: $30 maximum, in $1 bills and/or silver change only. No larger bills allowed. Break your cash down before you arrive—showing up with a $20 won't get you in.
Contact visits allow up to three visitors, and a walking child counts as one of the three. Controlled visits are limited to two visitors.
You’re allowed one brief kiss and hug at the beginning and end of each visit. Sexual activity is strictly prohibited.
Yes—small items can be stored in front‑lobby lockers, with limits on how much cash you can leave and limited jewelry allowed. Anything not permitted in the visiting room will be returned to your vehicle or disposed of by staff.
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