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- Call 803-896-1838 and press 1 for visitation application questions or to leave a message.
- Mail paper visitation applications to Division of Visitation, P.O. Box 212969, Columbia, SC 29221-2969.
- Email VirtualVisitation@doc.sc.gov for virtual-visitation list or name-change requests.
- You can call (803) 896-1838 and press #1 to leave your name and contact number for virtual-visitation assistance.
Common Questions
How do I contact Kershaw Corrections Institution about visitation applications?
Call the Visitation Inquiry Line at 803-896-1838 and press 1 for visitation application questions or to leave a message. You can also mail paper visitation applications to Division of Visitation, P.O. Box 212969, Columbia, SC 29221-2969.
Where do I send a paper visitation application for Kershaw Corrections Institution?
Send paper visitation applications to the Division of Visitation at P.O. Box 212969, Columbia, SC 29221-2969.
How do I request a virtual visitation name or list change for someone at Kershaw Corrections Institution?
Email VirtualVisitation@doc.sc.gov to request a virtual-visitation list change or a name change. You can also call (803) 896-1838, press #1, and leave your name and contact number for assistance.
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