Send Money at MCF Willow River, MN

How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options

Overview

MCF Willow River accepts money transfers through JPay, which handles money transfers and electronic messaging for incarcerated people and their families. To send funds, use JPay's deposit process and enter the incarcerated person's full name, MN DOC OID number, and MCF Willow River so the payment reaches the right account. Deposits typically post to the person's commissary account for purchases, phone or tablet credit, and debt payments. Looking for alternatives to online transfers? Accepted methods vary by facility, so check the facility's approved deposit options and follow the vendor's instructions.

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Quick Facts

  • MCF Willow River accepts deposits through JPay.
  • Deposits must include the incarcerated person’s full name, MN DOC OID number, and facility to be credited correctly.
  • JPay is a private company that provides money-transfer and electronic message services for incarcerated people and their families.
  • Funds deposited through approved vendors typically post to the inmate commissary/account for purchases and phone or tablet credit.

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Common Questions

How do I send money to someone at MCF Willow River?

Use JPay to send money to someone at MCF Willow River. Follow JPay’s setup and deposit steps, and include the person’s full name, MN DOC OID number, and the facility so the payment posts correctly.

Can I mail cash or a personal check to an inmate at MCF Willow River?

Don’t mail cash; use the facility’s approved deposit methods or an online vendor such as JPay. If you mail a payment, many facilities require a money order or certified bank/teller check rather than a personal check—follow the facility’s instructions.

Is JPay the only vendor I can use to add money for someone at MCF Willow River?

MCF Willow River lists JPay as a vendor families can use to send money. Other deposit options vary by facility, so check the facility’s guidance for approved vendors and methods before you send funds.

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