How to send messages, photos, and packages
FCI Berlin offers several ways to stay in touch: phone calls, electronic messaging, video visits, and traditional mail. Messaging and video typically run through contracted vendors, so you'll need an account with that vendor for scheduling and paid services. Phone calls are routinely monitored and recorded—a notice is posted next to each inmate telephone. Attorney calls may be unmonitored in certain circumstances. The Bureau of Prisons encourages phone use to maintain family ties. The inmate pays for calls; third-party or alternative call arrangements aren't allowed. All incoming mail is inspected for contraband. General mail is opened and inspected by staff, while special mail marked as such is opened only in the inmate's presence. Packages from home generally aren't accepted without prior written approval—exceptions may apply for release clothing and authorized medical devices. Electronic contacts may require a TRULINCS Contact Request Form (BP-A1054).
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Mail rules at FCI Berlin are strict. A lot of returns happen for predictable reasons—wrong sender, missing approval, or content that raises flags. Here's how to send letters, publications, and the few allowed packages so they actually make it through.
Yes. A notice is posted at each inmate telephone advising that calls are monitored, and calls are routinely monitored and recorded. Attorney calls may be unmonitored in certain circumstances.
The inmate pays for phone calls. Third-party or alternative call arrangements aren't allowed.
Packages from home aren’t allowed without prior written approval, and only release clothing and authorized medical devices may be accepted from home. Rules for books and magazines are covered separately under the facility’s policy.
Yes. The Trust Fund manual includes a TRULINCS Contact Request Form identified as BP-A1054.
Not without prior written approval. Packages from home generally aren’t accepted, with limited exceptions such as release clothing or authorized medical devices.
Yes. General incoming mail is opened and inspected by staff for contraband, while privileged or legal mail is opened only in the inmate’s presence.
Before making plans to visit FCI Berlin, take a few minutes to confirm where your loved one is actually housed. A quick check can save you a wasted trip and a lot of frustration.
Phone calls are one of the main ways you'll stay connected with someone at FCI Berlin. Understanding who pays, what's allowed, and what's monitored will help you avoid delays and frustration.
Getting approved to visit at FCI Berlin starts well before you show up at the front door. You'll need to be on the inmate's approved visiting list and cleared by the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) first.
