Why Visiting and Money Transfers Work Differently at Saguaro Correctional Center

Saguaro Correctional Center (SCC) is a privately run facility operated by CoreCivic Corporation, located in Eloy, Arizona. It houses about 2,000 residents. That size matters - larger facilities often have separate schedules, departments, and processes you'll want to confirm before making plans.

Because CoreCivic operates SCC, the procedures for visiting and sending money differ from standard IDOC processes. Don't assume the same visitor approval steps, schedule rules, or deposit methods apply here. A quick call to verify details can save you a wasted trip - or money sent to the wrong place.

What to Verify

• ✓ Call SCC at 520-464-0500 to confirm the current visiting rules and exactly how the visitor application/approval process works for SCC.
• ✓ Before you send money, confirm which deposit process and vendor SCC requires (don’t assume an IDOC process will work here).
• ✓ If you’re also setting up communication (like phone or tablets), verify which vendor applies at SCC so you don’t sign up or fund the wrong account.

IDOC directs people to Access Corrections and a "Deposit and Payment Services FAQ" for sending money. That's a useful reference - but it doesn't guarantee SCC uses the same setup. Confirm vendor names and instructions with SCC directly before making any deposit.

1. Call SCC directly - Use 520-464-0500 to confirm the visiting process and any SCC-specific steps you must complete before you schedule or travel.
2. Verify the correct way to send money for SCC - Ask which vendor and process SCC requires, and follow that guidance rather than assuming an IDOC procedure.
3. Double-check communication and scheduling details - Because SCC procedures differ from IDOC’s, confirm any vendor details that affect phone/tablet access and confirm the current visitation schedule before you commit to plans.
4. Keep your documentation - Save confirmation numbers, receipts, and notes from calls so you can reference them if there’s a delay or a question later.