How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) directs families to the
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Yes. Vendors like Securus accept online and phone payments—set up an account at their website or call 1-800-844-6591. You'll need the state, facility, and the incarcerated person's name or ID for the deposit to process correctly.
Yes—pre-paid collect deposits are limited to $200.00 per deposit. Check the GDC “How Do I Send Money to an Offender” page for any other limits or account-type restrictions.
Phone time adds up fast when you don't know the rates. Here's how Securus calling works at Phillips State Prison, what a 25-minute call actually costs, and what you need to know before funding an account.
Scheduling your first visit at Phillips State Prison happens in two steps: get approved as a visitor, then request a specific visit date. Pay close attention to cutoff times—miss them, and you'll have to wait for the next available weekend or holiday.
Phillips State Prison visiting hours are 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays.
