Common Mistakes That Get Visitation Applications Denied

Most denials come down to a few avoidable mistakes: blank fields, false or misleading information, or submitting multiple applications for the same person. Take your time. Double-check the basics before you hit submit, and you'll avoid the frustration of starting over.

• ✓ Leaving blanks on the visitation application (missing information can trigger a denial)
• ✓ Providing false or misleading information on the application (this can also result in a denial)

• ✓ Submitting more than one visitation application form for the same person (only one form per person is allowed)

At Holmes Corrections Inst., blank fields get your application denied. So do false or misleading details - even small inconsistencies. Once you're denied, you're stuck correcting everything and resubmitting instead of moving forward with approval.

One form per person - that's the rule. Submitting multiple versions creates duplicate records or conflicting information, which slows everything down. Already sent one? Don't submit another "just in case." Focus on making that single form complete and accurate.

1. Review your copy of the application line by line - look specifically for anything you left blank.
2. Correct any missing information - a form with blanks can be denied, so make sure every item is filled out.
3. Fix any false or misleading details - inaccurate information can also result in denial.
4. Resubmit a corrected application - send the updated form using the institution’s submission instructions, and avoid sending multiple versions.

After a denial, your fastest path forward is a clean, corrected resubmission. Stick to one application per person, and make sure everything is complete and accurate before sending. Every denial adds more waiting time between you and an approved visit.