How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
The Georgia Department of Corrections directs families to its "How Do I Send Money to an Offender" page for Hancock State Prison's specific steps and approved vendors. Across Georgia facilities, common methods include online transfers through vendor portals, lobby kiosks, and mailed money orders with a printable voucher. Securus is one commonly used vendor—you can set up a pre-paid collect or direct-bill account online or by calling 1-800-844-6591. Some pre-paid collect accounts cap deposits at $200. Before sending money, confirm the person's ID number and make sure you're authorized to add funds.
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Use the Georgia DOC “How Do I Send Money to an Offender” page for Hancock State Prison’s specific instructions and approved vendor list. Common methods in Georgia include online/vendor transfers, lobby kiosks, and mailed money orders with a voucher—have the inmate’s name and ID ready.
Yes. Families commonly use vendor portals such as Securus to set up pre-paid collect or direct-bill accounts online or by phone (1-800-844-6591). Check the Georgia DOC page for Hancock to confirm which vendors are approved for this facility.
Sometimes. Some pre-paid collect accounts have per-deposit limits, and a commonly cited cap is $200 per deposit. Confirm the current limits and any fees with the vendor and the Georgia DOC Hancock money instructions before you send.
Your first visit starts before you ever show up at the gate. At Hancock State Prison, you'll need to get approved first, then request your visit through the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) online visitation system.
Getting approved to visit at Hancock State Prison starts with one step: submitting the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) Visitation Request Form to the facility.
Weekend visits at Hancock State Prison follow a set schedule, but you'll need to submit your request through the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) system before the weekly cutoff. Here's how to make sure everything lines up so you don't miss your visit.
