Who Can Send Money to an Inmate at Gadsden? Understanding the Approved Visitor Requirement

Gadsden Correctional Facility has a strict rule: inmates can only receive money from people listed on their automated visiting record with a current "approved" status. This comes from Rule 33-601.716, Florida Administrative Code. Even if you're a close friend or family member, you can't send funds unless you're officially approved on their visiting record.

The Approved Visitors List does more than control who can visit in person - it also determines who can send money. Want to mail in a money order? You need to be on the list first. If you aren't approved yet, your deposit may be rejected. Confirm your status before spending time and money preparing a payment.

• ✓ Driver’s license (include a copy with the money order)
• ✓ State identification card (include a copy with the money order)
• ✓ Passport (include a copy with the money order)

1. Complete the visitation application - This is how you get added to the inmate’s visiting record and considered for “approved” status.
2. Wait for approval before trying to visit - Don’t go to the facility until the inmate tells you your application has been approved.
3. Hold off on sending money until you’re approved - Since deposits are limited to people with current “approved” status on the automated visiting record, get approved first, then send funds.