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Mail and Photos at Hillsborough - Orient Road Jail: start with our general mail and photos guide, then confirm details with the facility at (813) 247-8300.
Also known as: HCSO Orient Road Jail, Orient Road Jail
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Hillsborough County Jail uses video visitation for the general public, with separate in-person options for qualified professional visitors. Here are the schedules and exact steps to follow so you don't waste a trip or miss your time window.
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Getting in touch with someone at Hillsborough County Jail typically happens through outgoing phone calls, video visitation, and mail. Here are the rules and time windows that matter most, plus what to double-check before you send money or plan a call.
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Putting money on someone's account at Hillsborough County Jail is straightforward once you have the right info. Deposits go through TouchPay, and you'll need the facility locator number, the inmate's booking number (entered without dashes), and the inmate's name.
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Visiting someone at Hillsborough County Jail is handled through Video Visitation Services (VVS). As of October 28, 2025, the onsite Visitation Center will be closed and all VVS visits will be conducted remotely. VVS is typically available from 9:30 am to 8:45 pm. Each inmate usually receives two hours of prescheduled no-cost video visitation per week, and on-demand sessions may be offered for a fee. Phone access for general population inmates runs from about 7:30 am to 10:30 pm, includes some weekly no-cost calls, and all calls are outgoing only. Qualified professional in-person visits are available daily from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm. Make sure you complete the facility's visitor approval steps before scheduling anything.
Read full guideHillsborough County Jail offers several ways to stay connected: inmate telephones, Video Visitation Service (VVS), and options for professional visitors. New arrivals in Central Booking can place a no-charge phone call at intake. For general-population inmates, phone service runs from about 7:30 am to 10:30 pm. All calls are outgoing only, and some no-cost weekly calls are included. VVS is typically available daily from about 9:30 am to 8:45 pm. Each inmate gets two hours of prescheduled no-cost VVS per week, with on-demand sessions available for a fee. To get started, register online at GettingOut.com, verify your contact details, and download the GTL Friends and Family Visit Now app to accept Visit Now sessions. As of October 28, 2025, all VVS services are remote.
Read full guideAll money deposited at Hillsborough County Jail goes into the inmate's individual account, which covers commissary and other inmate-incurred expenses. The jail uses TouchPay for deposits, and kiosks are located in the front lobbies of the Orient and Falkenburg Road jails. For TouchPay phone support, call 1-866-232-1899. To make a deposit, you'll need Facility Locator No. 233619, the inmate's booking number (entered without dashes), and the inmate's name. TouchPay charges a convenience fee, and any funds you add go first toward outstanding inmate debts, including prior incarceration fees. Commissary (canteen) orders are provided by Aramark Correctional Services. iCare care packages can be ordered online or by phone, limited to one per week and subject to inmate restrictions.
Read full guideMail and Photos at Hillsborough - Orient Road Jail: start with our general mail and photos guide, then confirm details with the facility at (813) 247-8300.
No. The onsite Visitation Center will close on October 28, 2025, and all Video Visitation Services will be handled remotely after that date.
VisitationEach inmate typically receives two hours of prescheduled no-cost video visitation per week. Additional on-demand sessions may be available for a fee.
VisitationVideo visitation is typically available from 9:30 am to 8:45 pm, and phone services run from about 7:30 am to 10:30 pm. Schedules can change, so confirm details before planning your visit.
VisitationGeneral-population phone service is typically available from 7:30 am to 10:30 pm, and calls are outgoing only. Some no-cost weekly calls are included, and new arrivals in Central Booking may place a free call at intake.
CommunicationStart by creating an account at GettingOut.com and verifying your email and phone. Then download the GTL Friends and Family Visit Now app (or use gettingout.com) to accept Visit Now sessions. VVS typically runs from about 9:30 am to 8:45 pm and includes two hours of prescheduled no-cost time per week per inmate. On-demand sessions are available for a fee. As of Oct 28, 2025, all VVS is conducted remotely.
CommunicationProfessional visitors need to register using both a driver's license and professional identification (for example, a Florida BAR card). Qualified in-person professional visits are available daily from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm. Court-appointed professionals must fax required documentation to the facility.
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Here's what you need to know about Hillsborough County Jail in Florida. One helpful detail right away: new inmates processed through Central Booking can make phone calls at no charge.
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