Putting Money on a Commissary Account at Fairbanks Correctional Center

Fairbanks Correctional Center runs a commissary where inmates can buy approved items using money in their account. Before you add funds, it helps to know what commissary money covers and which deposit methods the facility accepts.

Commissary funds cover food items - mostly snacks and supplemental foods. These extras can make meals and downtime easier, especially for someone without regular outside support.

Personal hygiene and care products are also available through commissary. Having basics like soap, toothpaste, and deodorant on hand takes pressure off both the inmate and the people helping from outside.

Stationery and other approved supplies are commonly stocked too. That matters if your loved one wants to keep up with letters, legal paperwork, or other everyday needs while inside.

You can add funds online. It's usually the fastest option, though the exact process and payment service vary. Double-check that you're using the method Fairbanks Correctional Center accepts before submitting payment.

1. Get a money order - buy it from a trusted issuer and keep your receipt until the funds show up on the account.
2. Fill it out clearly - use the inmate’s full name and include their ID number so the deposit is credited to the right person.
3. Address it exactly as the facility requires - confirm the correct mailing instructions with Fairbanks Correctional Center before you send it.
4. Mail it and track your timeline - processing can take time, so send it early if your loved one is counting on it for commissary.

1. Request a cashier’s check from your bank - ask for a receipt or proof of purchase for your records.
2. Write the inmate’s information on it - include the inmate’s full name and ID number so it’s applied correctly.
3. Confirm mailing instructions before sending - follow the facility’s requirements for where and how cashier’s checks must be mailed.
4. Hold onto documentation - keep copies/receipts until the deposit posts and your loved one confirms they can use the funds.

Once money posts to the account, the inmate can spend it on allowed items - typically food, personal care products, and stationery. If they're asking for something specific, have them confirm it's approved for their housing unit. Commissary options and spending limits depend on facility rules.