How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Rhode Island DOC (RIDOC) accepts inmate money deposits through AccessCorrections (online and by phone), CashPayToday, lobby kiosks, or in person at the Inmate Accounts Office. JPay online deposits are no longer accepted. You'll need a valid photo ID for in-person or vendor-assisted deposits. RIDOC also generally expects the depositor to be on the inmate's visiting list, but there's a 30-day grace period so someone can deposit while the inmate adds visitors. Funds go into the inmate's trust (commissary) account for commissary purchases and authorized charges. Include the inmate's full name and ID to avoid delays. Posting time varies, but electronic deposits often post quickly, sometimes within a day.
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Need to add money to someone's account at Rhode Island DOC (RIDOC)? You can do it online, by phone, by mail, or in person. The best option depends on how quickly you need the funds to post and what works best for you.
Sending money to someone in custody is one of the fastest ways to help them buy basics through commissary. RIDOC has specific rules about who can deposit and what ID you'll need—plus different deposit methods depending on the vendor listed on RIDOC's inmate-accounts information.
You can deposit money using AccessCorrections (web or phone), CashPayToday, lobby kiosks, or by making an in-person deposit at the Inmate Accounts Office. Include the inmate’s full name and ID so the funds post to the correct account.
Yes. A valid photo ID is required for any deposit. Bring a driver’s license, state ID, or passport for in-person or vendor-assisted deposits.
RIDOC generally requires depositors to be on the inmate’s visiting list. There is a 30-day grace period that allows someone not yet on the list to deposit while the inmate adds visitors.
Your first visit goes smoother when you show up with the right ID, the right amount of cash, and nothing that'll get you turned away at the door. Use this Rhode Island DOC checklist to prep before you head out.
Bringing kids to visit at RIDOC is allowed, but you'll need to meet specific consent, ID, and supervision requirements. Here's how to show up prepared so you don't get turned away at the front desk.
Yes, you can often visit someone in Rhode Island DOC custody even with a criminal record—but your application may require extra review. RIDOC runs background checks on all visitors, and certain charges or convictions need sign-off from the Assistant Director of Institutions and Operations (ADIO) or the ADIO's designee before you're approved.
