Send Money at FDC Houston, TX

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

Send money to someone at FDC Houston through MoneyGram ExpressPayment. You'll need the inmate's account number in the specific format MoneyGram requires, plus the fixed receive code 7932. Double-check the vendor's instructions before submitting—incorrect details can delay or return your funds. Deposits go into the inmate's Trust Fund (commissary) account for commissary purchases and services like telephone time and laundry. Want to verify a deposit arrived? The Trust Fund/Deposit Fund office can confirm receipt, but they typically won't share balances or transaction details with anyone except the inmate. Policies, vendors, fees, and processing times vary, so follow the exact deposit directions.

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Quick Facts

  • FDC Houston accepts electronic deposits via MoneyGram ExpressPayment and requires the inmate-account format plus the receive code 7932.
  • The commissary exists to let inmates purchase items not provided as basic care by the institution.
  • Inmate trust fund balances are used for commissary purchases and for services such as telephone time and laundry.
  • The Trust Fund/Deposit Fund office can confirm receipt of a deposit but will not release account balances or transaction details to third parties.

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Common Questions

How do I send money electronically to an inmate at FDC Houston?

Use MoneyGram ExpressPayment and follow the deposit instructions provided for FDC Houston. Enter the inmate account number in the required format and use receive code 7932 so the funds post to the correct account.

What information do I need when using MoneyGram to deposit funds for an FDC Houston inmate?

You’ll need the inmate account number exactly in the format MoneyGram requires, plus the receive code 7932. Using the correct format and code helps prevent delays or misapplied deposits.

What can inmate trust fund money be used for?

Money in the inmate trust fund is used for commissary purchases and for services such as telephone time and laundry. Commissary is there so inmates can buy items beyond basic institutional care.

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