Contact an Inmate at Hillsborough County Jail, FL.

Mail, photos, messaging, and phone/call options for staying in touch.

Overview

Hillsborough 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.

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Quick Facts

  • New inmates in Central Booking may make phone calls at no charge.
  • Telephone services for general-population inmates are typically available from 7:30 am to 10:30 pm and include some no-cost weekly calls; calls are outgoing only.
  • Each inmate receives two hours of prescheduled no-cost Video Visitation Service (VVS) per week; on‑demand video sessions are available for a fee.
  • As of October 28, 2025 the onsite Visitation Center will be closed and all VVS services will be conducted remotely.

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Phone & Messaging

How to Contact an Inmate at Hillsborough County Jail, FL (FL)

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.

Common Questions

What are the phone hours and rules for inmates at Hillsborough County Jail?

General-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.

How do visitors set up or accept video visits with an inmate?

Start 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.

What do professional visitors need to do to visit an inmate?

Professional 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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Sending Money

How to Send Money to Hillsborough County Jail, FL (FL)

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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