How to Set Up a TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler Account (for Rogelio Sanchez visitors)
Planning to visit someone at Rogelio Sanchez State Jail? You'll need to set up your own TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler account first. Here's how to register, validate your email, and add the inmate to your profile so you can request approval and book a visit.
You have to create your own TDCJ Online Visitation Scheduler account - unit staff can't do it for you. Once your account exists, staff can help update things like your name or address. But the initial sign-up? That's on you. Choose your email carefully: once an account is tied to an email address, it can't be deleted or changed later.
Enter a valid email address during account creation and submit it. The system sends you two things: a 7-digit validation code and a link to finish registration. You'll need both to complete the next step.
- Open the registration link from the email - use the link the Scheduler sends after you submit your email address.
- Re-enter your email address - type the same email you used to start the account.
- Enter the 7-digit key - copy the validation code from the email and enter it exactly.
- Create your password - make sure it meets all listed requirements on the screen.
- Re-type your password to confirm - enter it a second time to finish this part of registration.
Next comes a Background Questionnaire. Answer every question - leaving anything blank will block you from moving forward.
Warning: Enter your phone number as XXX XXX XXXX using spaces (no dashes). The Scheduler expects that exact format.
With your account and profile set up, add the inmate by entering their TDCJ/SID number. The number must be exactly 8 digits - if it's shorter, longer, or has a typo, it won't match. Don't know the number? Use TDCJ's Offender Search feature to look it up first.
After you submit your Relationship Request, it goes to the inmate's unit - in this case, Rogelio Sanchez State Jail - for staff to verify your relationship. You won't be able to schedule visits until that verification is complete.
Quick Troubleshooting
- ✓ Check your inbox for the registration email that includes the 7-digit validation code and the registration link.
- ✓ When you use the emailed link, re-enter your email and enter the 7-digit key exactly as shown.
- ✓ If you get stuck at the password screen, make sure your password meets all requirements and that you re-type it correctly for confirmation.
- ✓ Enter your phone number as XXX XXX XXXX (spaces only, no dashes).
- ✓ When adding the inmate, confirm the TDCJ/SID number is exactly 8 digits.
- ✓ If your Relationship Request is still pending, remember it must be verified by staff at the inmate’s unit before you can schedule visits.
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