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Estes Unit Visiting Hours and How Long Visits Last
Planning a visit to the Estes Unit? Two things matter most: the weekend visiting window and the two-hour visit length.
Visitation at Estes Unit, TX
How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Overview
Schedule visits through the TDCJ online visitation scheduler. When you create an account, you'll receive an email with a 7-digit validation code and a link to finish registration—make sure your phone number is entered as XXX XXX XXXX. The scheduler lists four visit types (including Regular, Contact, and Video/Tablet) and may hide dates if the inmate already has a visit that week. If you see "Not Approved for Visits," privileges have been removed. Regular in-person visits last two hours and start when both you and the inmate are present. How often you can visit depends on custody level and unit rules. Each inmate can have up to 10 people on their Visitors List, with changes allowed on the unit's schedule. Video/tablet visits use the approved vendor, and availability varies by unit.
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Quick Facts
- Creating a TDCJ scheduler account sends a 7‑digit validation code and link to your email to complete registration.
- Enter your phone number in the scheduler with spaces as XXX XXX XXXX (do not use dashes).
- Each inmate may have up to 10 names on their Visitors List.
- A regular in‑person visit is two hours long and begins when the inmate and visitor(s) are present.
Visitation Guides
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How to Schedule Your First Visit at Estes Unit Using the TDCJ Scheduler
Scheduling your first visit at Estes Unit starts online. Once your account is set up and your relationship is approved, you can see available dates and book a slot.
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Understanding the 10-Name Visitor List at Estes Unit — How to Change It and Appeal Removals
Estes Unit uses an approved Visitors List, and there are firm limits on how it works. Here's what the 10-name cap means, how often you can make changes (which varies by case type), and what to do if you've been removed and want to appeal.
Common Questions
How do I schedule a visit at Estes Unit?
Use the TDCJ online visitation scheduler at the unit’s login URL and create an account. After registering, look for an email with a 7-digit validation code and link to verify your account. When you add an inmate, enter their TDCJ or SID number exactly as eight digits.
What visit types can I schedule for an Estes Unit inmate?
The scheduler can show multiple visit types, including Regular, Contact, and Video/Tablet, depending on the inmate’s privileges. Video/Tablet visits shown in the scheduler are not the same as Securus Video, and remote kiosk/tablet sessions must be scheduled through the approved vendor site.
What should I bring and what is not allowed when visiting Estes Unit?
Bring valid photo ID and follow the unit’s clothing and prohibited-item rules; visitors and vehicles may be searched. Don’t take a cell phone inside the secure perimeter, and avoid cash—only coins up to $35 are allowed. If you’re removed from a visitor list, you can appeal in writing to the Director’s Review Committee within 14 days.
Other Guides for Estes Unit, TX
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Before You Drive to Estes Unit: A Pre-Visit Checklist
A little prep saves you a long, frustrating drive. Run through this checklist before heading to the Estes Unit — it'll keep you from getting turned away at the gate.
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How to Send Money to an Inmate at Estes Unit: Deposit Options, Timing, and Sender Rules
Before sending money to someone at the Estes Unit, confirm you're authorized to make deposits. Then pick the method that works for your timeline: mail-in money orders and cashier's checks, or the monthly ACH checking-account debit program. Here's what you need to know about each option—including timing rules that can delay when funds become available.
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What to Do When the "Schedule Visit" Button Is Missing for an Estes Unit Inmate
If the TDCJ online scheduler isn't showing a "Schedule Visit" button for someone at the Estes Unit, there's usually a reason: the inmate number needs correction, the unit needs to verify something on their end, or your visitor relationship hasn't been approved yet. Here's what each message means and what to do next.
