FDC Miami

Before traveling to FDC Miami, confirm you're on the inmate's approved visiting list and cleared by the Bureau of Prisons (BOP). The inmate typically adds visitors—don't assume you're approved until you receive formal clearance. If the visiting list hasn't been established yet (right after initial entry or a transfer), immediate family members verified by the Pre‑Sentence Report may be allowed to visit, but confirm arrangements ahead of time. Federal rules guarantee at least four hours of visiting time per month, though the warden may limit visit length or visitor numbers to manage capacity. Brief hugs or kisses at the start and end of visits are generally allowed; conjugal visits are not permitted. Dress conservatively to avoid being turned away.

FDC Miami offers electronic messaging through the BOP's TRULINCS system—secure text messaging between inmates and approved public contacts. Messages are text‑only with no attachments, limited to 13,000 characters, and screened before delivery. To communicate, institution staff must approve you as a contact. Once approved, CorrLinks sends an automated invitation for you to accept or block messaging. TRULINCS runs entirely on the Inmate Trust Fund, not taxpayer dollars. Telephone privileges are also available, but calls are typically paid by the inmate (sometimes the receiving party) and routinely monitored. Unmonitored attorney calls may be allowed in specific circumstances.

Sending money to someone at FDC Miami? MoneyGram is the documented option—but wait until the inmate has physically arrived at the facility before sending anything. Funds won't post until arrival. Timing matters: payments sent between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. EST typically post within 2–4 hours, while payments after 9:00 p.m. EST post at 7:00 a.m. the next morning. On the MoneyGram form, enter the inmate's eight-digit register number immediately followed by their last name. Use receive code 7932 and follow the Company Name field instructions. Considering other methods like online portals, kiosks, phone, or mail? Confirm what's currently accepted and any fees before sending. Double-check the inmate ID and your contact details to avoid delays.

Visiting someone at FDC Miami? Plan your own travel—the facility doesn't provide government transportation or reimburse visitor expenses, though staff can share directions or local transit information. For legal matters, attorneys may deliver electronic discovery materials on read-only media compatible with the institution. Contact the facility with questions about specific e‑discovery requests. The BOP's e‑Discovery guidance lists supported formats, including Adobe PDF versions 1.0–1.7. Many Florida facilities publish inmate handbooks explaining rules, programs, and procedures. Intake typically includes property inventory, medical screening, and setting up an inmate account for commissary and billed services. Expect routine searches and follow staff directions while on facility grounds.