How Many Visitors and Visits Are Allowed at Lieber: Monthly and Per‑Visit Limits
Coordinating visits at Lieber comes down to two numbers: the monthly visit cap and how many people can be in the visiting room at once.
How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Visiting at Lieber Corrections Institution starts with registration and scheduling. Beginning June 1, 2025, adults 18 and older with a valid South Carolina driver's license can register online. Minors and certain adults must use the paper SCDC Form 19-127 and submit it as instructed. All visits must be scheduled through the SCDC/GTL scheduler at least 15 hours before your visit. General population inmates with visitation privileges may receive up to four in-person visits per month, with one visit per weekend. Up to four visitors can attend a single visit, and at least one must be an adult. Children 10 and older need a government photo ID. Children 9 and under need a long-form birth certificate. Vending machines accept major credit cards only.
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Coordinating visits at Lieber comes down to two numbers: the monthly visit cap and how many people can be in the visiting room at once.
Starting June 1, 2025, visitation registration at Lieber is changing. Whether you register online or mail a paper application depends on your age and the type of ID you have.
Visitation registration at Lieber Corrections Inst. is changing. Starting June 1, 2025, many adults can register online—but others will still need to mail a paper application. Here's how to figure out which path applies to you and what to do next.
Lieber visitation registration works two ways: online registration (available to many South Carolina adults starting June 1, 2025) or a paper application (Form 19-127) for everyone else.
Visiting someone at Lieber Corrections Institution starts with one key rule: you need to schedule your visit ahead of time through the SCDC/GTL scheduling system.
Planning a visit at Lieber? Timing is everything. In-person and virtual visits both use the SCDC/GTL scheduler, but the deadlines differ depending on which type you're booking.
Plan ahead and cancel when plans change—scheduling an in-person visit at Lieber is straightforward once you know the rules.
Virtual visitation at Lieber is straightforward once you have the basics: the right account, your name matching exactly, and a compatible device. Follow these steps to avoid common setup headaches before your visit.
Virtual visits can be a lifeline—but SCDC has strict rules about what can happen on camera and where you take the call. Know the boundaries ahead of time so you don't end up with a cut-off visit or lose your privileges entirely.
Vending at Lieber visitation is card-only, and you can only bring one card inside. Show up with the wrong type or too many, and you won't be able to buy anything during your visit.
Starting June 1, 2025, adults 18+ with a valid South Carolina driver’s license can register for visitation online. If you are a minor, or an adult who cannot use online registration, complete SCDC Form 19-127 (visitor application) and submit it per the Division of Visitation instructions.
Schedule your visit through the SCDC/GTL scheduler. Visits must be booked at least 15 hours in advance.
Children age 10 and older must present a government-issued photo ID. Children nine and younger must present a long-form birth certificate.
Vending machines in the visitation area accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express. Prepaid debit cards are not accepted. For refunds or vending problems, use the contact information posted on the machine or the listed SCDC vending contacts (voicemail or email).
Bringing kids to visit at Lieber goes smoothly when you have the right paperwork and understand a couple of strict supervision rules.
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