Sending Commissary
How to Send Money to Facility
Sending money is usually straightforward once you know the process. The key: your funds need to go through a centralized system so they actually reach the person's commissary account.
Send Money and Commissary at FCI Marianna.
Review available deposit, commissary, money order, and online payment information for sending money to an inmate at FCI Marianna.
Overview
Money sent to someone at FCI Marianna goes into a commissary account, which they use to buy approved items and things not regularly issued by the institution. Don't send funds to the facility's physical address. Mailed payments must be routed to a centralized processing center in Des Moines, Iowa. For faster deposits, electronic payments are accepted through MoneyGram ExpressPayment. Transfers sent between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. EST typically post within 2 to 4 hours. Other deposit options may include online portals, lobby kiosks, phone services, or mailed money orders, though available methods and vendor fees can vary. Before sending money, confirm the vendor's instructions and have the inmate's name and ID ready.
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Quick Facts
- The commissary provides an account for inmate funds and for purchase of items not regularly issued by the institution.
- Do not send money to an inmate using the facility’s physical address; mailed funds must go to a centralized processing center in Des Moines, Iowa.
- Money can be sent electronically via MoneyGram ExpressPayment and deposits sent between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. EST typically post within 2–4 hours.
- Common deposit methods include online portals, lobby kiosks, phone, or mailed money orders, but methods and fees vary by facility and vendor.
Send Money and Commissary Guides
How to Send Money to Someone at FCI Marianna (and avoid sending it to the wrong place)
Sending money is usually straightforward, but one common mistake causes a lot of delays: mailing funds directly to the prison's street address. Here's how to get money to someone at FCI Marianna using the approved options, with the exact details that matter.
Common Questions
Can I mail a check or cash to FCI Marianna’s street address for an inmate?
No. Do not send money to FCI Marianna’s physical address. Mailed payments for inmates must go to a centralized processing center in Des Moines, Iowa.
How quickly will a MoneyGram deposit appear on an inmate’s account at FCI Marianna?
MoneyGram ExpressPayment deposits sent between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. EST generally post to the inmate’s account within 2 to 4 hours.
What are the main ways to add money to an inmate’s commissary account?
Funds go into the inmate's commissary account for purchases. You can typically add money through an online portal, lobby kiosk, phone vendor, or mailed money order. Check the vendor instructions before sending.
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