Florida State Prison

Before visiting Florida State Prison, submit a completed visitation application and wait for approval—don't travel until you've been notified. Anyone 12 or older must fill out the form, and only one form per person is allowed. Leave required fields blank and your application may be denied; make sure Part 2 certification is included. Email applications to VisitappFloridaSP@fdc.myflorida.com. Expect searches upon arrival. Visitors 16 and older need a valid photo ID to enter the visiting area. Shirts and shoes are required—Heelys and shoes with removable parts aren't allowed. You can bring up to $50 in small bills for vending, necessary prescription meds in original containers, specified infant items, one vehicle key, and one photo ID.

Florida State Prison uses GTL/ConnectNetwork for phone service. Set up an AdvancePay prepaid account to fund calls from your loved one. In-state calls within the North American Dialing Plan cost $0.135 per minute. Each incarcerated person also gets one free 5-minute call per week. Calls are capped at 30 minutes, and there's a 30-minute wait before another call can be placed. Need help? GTL ConnectNetwork support is available 24/7 at 866-732-9098. When creating your account, make sure your first and last name match your government-issued ID.

Before mailing anything to Florida State Prison, double-check the current mailing address and any format or vendor requirements—policies can differ by facility. Incoming mail is typically sorted into general mail (opened and inspected by staff) and legal/privileged mail (usually opened only in the inmate's presence). Many facilities use digital mail programs that scan personal letters and deliver electronic copies via kiosk or tablet; originals may be destroyed after a retention period. To avoid delays or returns, write the inmate's full name and booking/ID number on every item and include your complete return address. Don't send irreplaceable originals—send copies instead. If you need an original returned, include clear instructions and a prepaid return envelope.

Florida State Prison accepts mailed money orders for inmate accounts, but you must be on the inmate's Approved Visitors List to send one. Include a copy of your photo ID (driver's license, state ID, or passport) with each money order, and complete the JPay deposit form when required. The form lists a maximum of $999.99 per money order. No JPay fee applies to money orders, cashier's checks, or certified bank drafts. Once JPay receives an approved money order, expect processing within ten (10) business days. Prefer not to mail funds? Other options include online portals, lobby kiosks, or phone deposits—follow vendor instructions and confirm details on the facility page before sending money.