How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Southwest Regional Jail — Abingdon offers remote video visitation seven days a week, with appointments available in morning, afternoon, and evening time blocks. You'll need to schedule at least 24 hours in advance, and you can book up to two weeks ahead. Each session lasts 15 minutes. Before your visit, make sure you're on the inmate's approved visitor list and have a valid photo ID. All video visits are monitored and recorded, and there's a dress code—certain clothing isn't allowed. Plan for a stable internet connection. If you miss your scheduled session or lose internet during the visit, you won't be able to reconnect, and you won't get a refund.
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Getting ready for your first video visit at Abingdon (Southwest Regional Jail)? Focus on three things: bring an acceptable photo ID, make sure you're on the inmate's approved visitor list, and know the onsite participation limits (when onsite visits are available).
Scheduling a remote video visit at Southwest Regional Jail (Abingdon) is straightforward once you know the booking window, available time slots, and what you need set up before you hit
Video visits go a lot smoother when you bring the right ID and follow the dress code. Check the lists below so you don't get turned away at check-in.
Video visits at Southwest Regional Jail (Abingdon) have a dress code—and getting it wrong can end your session fast. Here's your "don't wear this" checklist before you log on.
Onsite video visitation sessions were suspended due to COVID-19 CDC regulations.
Each remote video visitation session lasts 15 minutes.
Yes. All video visitation sessions are monitored and recorded.
A money order missing key details can get sent back—delaying your loved one's commissary access. Run through this checklist before you mail anything to Abingdon.
Setting up non-recorded calls with a client at Southwest Regional Jail (Abingdon) requires verifying your attorney status through Smart Communications. Register correctly and submit the right documents, and your phone number gets flagged as privileged.
Remote video visits are available, but you'll need to book within the jail's scheduling window and use Smart Communications to fund and reserve your slot.
