How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
All visits at Saginaw Corrections Facility require an appointment through the Michigan DOC Visitation Scheduling website hosted by ViaPath. Book at least 48 hours ahead, but no more than 7 days in advance. The prisoner manages their approved visitor list using the CAJ-334 Visitor List form—this can include immediate family, qualified clergy, attorneys, outreach volunteers, and up to ten other people. For non-family changes, additions or deletions take effect based on when the facility receives the form. In-person visits allow up to five visitors at a time and last no more than two hours. You can schedule up to two separate in-person visits in one day. Video visits are available to anyone approved for in-person visiting, run 20 minutes, and cost $3.20 (paid in advance).
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Getting approved to visit someone in a Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) prison comes down to two things: the prisoner adds you to their visitor list, and you submit the right application.
Setting up your first Michigan prison video visit? Two things to know upfront: you need to be an approved visitor first, and scheduling happens through ViaPath (formerly GTL). Once you're approved, it's mostly about timing, payment, and having your ID ready for the camera.
Scheduling a Michigan prison visit is straightforward once you understand the timing rules. The key things to know: get approved first, book within the 48-hour minimum and 7-day maximum window, and note that time slots now release at 8:00 a.m.
Ask the prisoner to add you using the CAJ-334 Visitor List form. This form covers immediate family, outreach volunteers, and up to ten other people. If you're not listed yet, the prisoner needs to request the addition. Online or mailed applications can take up to four weeks to process. Attorneys using CAJ-1069 get processed within two business days at the facility.
Schedule your visit at least 48 hours but not more than 7 days in advance. All visits are appointment-only and must be booked through the Michigan DOC ViaPath scheduler (midoc.gtlvisitme.com/app).
Yes—if you’re approved for in-person visits, you can use video visitation without a separate application. Video visits are 20 minutes and cost $3.20 per visit, paid in advance by the visitor.
Trying to track where a loved one is in the booking, transfer, or release process? The Records Bureau handles the paperwork and recordkeeping behind those changes.
Trying to reach the right office at Saginaw County Jail? Start with the main Sheriff's Office location—most divisions you'll need are based at the same address.
