New Mexico

How to send money to an inmate at Metropolitan Detention Center

Last Updated on April 16, 2023

A friendly help guide for Metropolitan Detention Center. Learn how to find an inmate and send letters, photos, and more.

How to send money to an inmate at Metropolitan Detention Center

Sending money to an incarcerated loved one is be a good way to provide support and help them meet their basic needs. If you've never sent money to an inmate before the process may be a little confusing. In this guide we'll walk you through the steps needed to send money to an inmate at Metropolitan Detention Center .

  1. Step 1: Search for an inmate's location
  2. Step 2: Find out what payment options are available
  3. Step 3: Setup a payment account
  4. Step 4: Send the payment and wait for confirmation

Step 2: Find out what payment options are available

Most facilities accept money orders or allow you to send money by setting up a payment account. You can check which options are available at Metropolitan Detention Center by checking the facility website. If the facility accepts electronic payments, you can typically send money through a third-party provider.

Step 3: Mail a money order or setup a payment account

If you would like to mail a money order the mailing address for Metropolitan Detention Center is as follows:

Metropolitan Detention Center
100 Deputy Dean Miera Dr SW
Albuquerque , NM 87151
(505) 839-8700

Metropolitan Detention Center may also accept electronic payments. To send an electronic payment you can try one of the following services:

  • Securus Payments
  • JPay
  • Global Tel-Link Payments