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How to Schedule Your First Visit with Someone in a Georgia Prison (GDC walkthrough)

Scheduling your first prison visit in Georgia is straightforward once you know the steps. GDC uses an approval process plus an appointment system — start with the right form, send it to the right place, and you're on your way.

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How to Schedule Your First Visit with Someone in a Georgia Prison (GDC walkthrough)

Before you can schedule a visit, you need to become an approved visitor. That starts with the Visitation Request Form. Fill it out completely and submit it to the specific facility where your loved one is housed. Approval is tied to that facility, so sending it to the right place matters.

How to Schedule Your First Visit with Someone in a Georgia Prison (GDC walkthrough)

Once you're approved, you can request an actual visit time through the GDC visitation form. This is the official way to ask for a scheduled slot - don't plan your trip until you've submitted the request.

The form asks for your ID type. Options include Driver's License, State ID, or None. Pick the one that matches what you'll bring - mismatched info can delay your request.

Note: The visitation form includes an age requirement - some selections are only available if you’re 18 or older.

GDC facilities are appointment-only. You can't show up and expect to be worked in. Schedule your visit before you travel.

The form collects basic identity details, including what type of ID you have. You'll choose from Driver's License, State ID, or None. There's also an age requirement - some options are only available if you're 18 or older. If you're helping a younger family member get set up, check that section carefully before submitting.

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