Sussex Corrections Institution, VA

Visitation at Sussex Corrections Institution follows VADOC rules. Options may include in-person and video visits, but availability and schedules vary—check the facility's visitor information before planning a trip. Submit your visitor application (and any required background authorization) to the Central Visitation Unit and wait for approval before scheduling. Out-of-state applicants should apply early since processing takes longer. Video visits typically require at least 24 hours' notice and can be booked up to two weeks ahead. In-person scheduling windows and weekend availability differ by facility. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID matching your application. Minors must be listed and accompanied by an approved adult. Dress conservatively, wear footwear, and follow rules on wearable tech.

Sussex Corrections Institution supports smartphone check-in for visits. Text

For prescriptions tied to Sussex Corrections Institution, new prescriptions must be picked up in person at the pharmacy window. Current prescriptions can be refilled online, by phone, or by mail—submit the mail refill request slip at least 14 days before you need a new supply. For personal correspondence, incoming letters and photos in Virginia are often routed through an off-site processing vendor, scanned, and delivered electronically. The original paper is typically destroyed after scanning. Address every item carefully: include the inmate's full name and ID number, the full facility name and state, and your full physical return address. Stick to format and content limits, and avoid prohibited items like cash and unauthorized packages.

To send money to someone at Sussex Correctional Institution, you'll typically have a few options: an approved online deposit portal, an on-site lobby kiosk or ATM, phone deposits, or mail-in money orders. Before sending funds, confirm which methods Sussex Correctional Institution accepts and what limits apply. Fees and processing times vary by facility and vendor, so check the vendor's instructions for posting timeframes and charges. Have the inmate's full name and facility/inmate ID number ready—enter it exactly as requested so the deposit lands in the right account. Keep in mind that commissary, phone, and tablet accounts may be separate and post on different timelines. Verify which balance you're funding. If a deposit doesn't show up, contact the payment vendor first, then the facility's finance or commissary office.