Before Your First Visit to FCI Elkton: What to Bring and What to Leave at Home
Your first visit goes smoother when you pack light. Use this checklist to avoid bringing something that could end your visit before it starts.
Send Money at FCI Elkton
How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Overview
FCI Elkton accepts MoneyGram deposits using receive code 7932. Enter the inmate account number as the inmate's eight-digit register number immediately followed by their last name (example: 12345678DOE). Have the inmate's full name and register number ready before you start so your deposit doesn't get delayed or rejected due to a formatting mistake. Deposited funds typically go into the inmate's trust (commissary) account for things like commissary purchases, phone time, hygiene items, or fees. Stick to approved deposit channels, and expect vendor convenience or processing fees for phone, online, or kiosk deposits.
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Quick Facts
- Use MoneyGram receive code 7932 when sending funds to an inmate at FCI Elkton.
- Enter the inmate account as the eight-digit register number immediately followed by the inmate’s last name (for example: 12345678DOE) for MoneyGram deposits.
- You will need the inmate’s full name and register/ID number to complete a deposit.
- Phone, online, and kiosk vendors charge convenience or processing fees; amounts vary by vendor and are not set by the facility.
Common Questions
How do I send money to an inmate at FCI Elkton using MoneyGram?
Use MoneyGram and enter receive code 7932. For the inmate account number, use the inmate’s eight-digit register number followed immediately by their last name (example: 12345678DOE).
What account number format should I use when depositing money for an inmate at FCI Elkton?
Enter the inmate’s eight-digit register number immediately followed by their last name, with no spaces or punctuation (for example: 12345678DOE).
Are there fees to send money to an inmate at FCI Elkton?
Yes. Phone, online, and kiosk vendors typically charge convenience or processing fees, and the amounts vary by vendor (not the facility). Confirm you’re using an approved deposit channel before you send money.
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