Visitation at FCI Allenwood

How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements

Overview

Visiting someone at FCI Allenwood starts with approval. The inmate must place you on their approved visiting list, and the Bureau of Prisons must clear you. The BP-A0629 visitor information form kicks off the process. Complete it and return it to the institution for review. The form includes a questionnaire and release, plus authorization for the Warden to obtain records of any criminal offenses you've been arrested or convicted for. When you enter BOP grounds, you consent to being searched. Refuse, and you'll be denied entry. Weapons, explosives, drugs, cameras, phones, radios, pagers, and other electronics are all prohibited. Any medication must be listed on your entry paperwork and left at the entry area. A dress code is enforced, so skip anything inappropriate or revealing or you risk having your visit denied. Physical contact is typically limited to a brief greeting at the start and end of the visit, though security concerns may restrict this further.

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Quick Facts

  • You must be placed on the inmate's approved visiting list and be cleared by the BOP before visiting FCI Allenwood.
  • Complete and return the BP‑A0629 visitor information form; it includes a questionnaire and a release authorizing the Warden to obtain criminal records.
  • By entering Bureau grounds you consent to being searched and certain items (weapons, explosives, drugs, cameras, phones, radios, pagers, and other electronics) are prohibited.
  • All medication carried must be listed on entry paperwork and left at the entry area.

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Visitation

How to Visit FCI Allenwood (PA)

Visiting a federal prison is straightforward once you know the two big rules: get approved in advance, and confirm the schedule before you drive out.

Common Questions

How do I get approved to visit someone at FCI Allenwood?

You can visit only if the inmate places you on their approved visiting list and the Bureau of Prisons clears you. Complete and return the BP-A0629 visitor information form to the institution to start the approval process.

What does the BP‑A0629 visitor application require?

BP-A0629 requires a questionnaire and a release form. It also authorizes the Warden to obtain records of criminal offenses for which you have been arrested or convicted.

What should I expect at check-in for a visit to FCI Allenwood?

By entering BOP grounds, you consent to being searched. Refuse, and you may be denied entry. Expect strict rules on prohibited items (weapons, explosives, drugs, cameras, phones, radios, pagers, and other electronics). Any medication must be listed and left at the entry area. The dress code is enforced, and inappropriate or revealing clothing can get your visit denied.

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Staying in touch with someone at FCI Allenwood typically means using TRULINCS (BOP electronic messaging), mail, or phone calls. The main hurdles? Getting approved for TRULINCS and following the BOP's rules for monitored communications.

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