How to Visit Idaho Maximum Security (ID)

Before you can visit anyone at IMSI, you need to complete a visiting application and pass a background check. This is a firm prerequisite. Show up without approval and your visit will be denied. Start the application early, wait for clearance, and only then plan your trip.

To confirm visiting details or ask questions about the process, contact IMSI by phone at 208-338-1635 or by email at imsi@idoc.idaho.gov.

Steps to Follow

• ✓ Complete the IMSI visiting application and background check before you try to schedule or show up for a visit.
• ✓ Confirm the current visiting schedule close to your planned date since schedules can change due to emergencies.
• ✓ If anything is unclear, contact IMSI at 208-338-1635 or imsi@idoc.idaho.gov to verify what you need for your situation.

Check with IMSI on exactly what they need to consider your visiting application complete, and ask how long the background check typically takes. Required forms and submission details can vary, so confirm the current process before you assume you're approved.

Before you drive over, confirm the specific day and time you plan to visit. Ask whether any emergency situations have affected the schedule recently. Even if you've been before, a quick call can save you from a wasted trip when schedules shift.

1. Email IMSI with your visit question: Write to imsi@idoc.idaho.gov and use a clear subject line like “Visiting inquiry.” Include your name and the date you are trying to visit.
2. Follow up by phone if you need a fast answer: Call 208-338-1635 if you do not hear back after a few days, or if your visit date is coming up.
3. Confirm what documents they want from you: If staff ask for specific paperwork or details as part of the application and background check process, make sure you understand exactly what to bring or submit.