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How to Get Approved for an Inmate's Visiting List at Victorville (WebV and the 20‑person limit)

Getting on an inmate's approved visiting list at USP Victorville starts with the inmate—not you. They request the form, and the Bureau of Prisons reviews your information before granting approval. The process takes time.

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How to Get Approved for an Inmate's Visiting List at Victorville (WebV and the 20‑person limit)

At USP Victorville, an inmate’s approved visiting list can include up to 20 visitors. If the list is already at that maximum, someone usually has to be removed before a new person can be added.

The Bureau of Prisons tracks proposed and approved visitors through the Web Visiting System (WebV). The system stores your name, relationship to the inmate, date of birth, sex, race, and ethnicity. It also captures government ID details - driver's license or state ID number, passport number, or alien registration number if applicable. Your legal residence, phone number, and approval date are recorded too.

Note: This information isn't just for recordkeeping. BOP staff use it to run background checks and decide whether to approve your visit.

  1. Ask the inmate to request the WebV Visitor Information form - the process starts on their side, not yours.
  2. Have the inmate send you the form - they provide it to potential visitors (family, friends, etc.).
  3. Complete the form and return it to the Bureau of Prisons - your submission is what triggers the review for approval.

You can't apply on your own. At Victorville, the inmate has to request the Visitor Information form first. Once you receive it, fill it out completely and submit it back to the Bureau of Prisons for approval.

How to Get Approved for an Inmate's Visiting List at Victorville (WebV and the 20‑person limit)

Expect the approval process to take time. BOP staff use the information on your form to run background checks and determine whether you're suitable for visiting. The detailed identifiers - your address, ID numbers - help them verify your identity. Once approved, your information and approval date are recorded in WebV.

  • ✓ Start early if you have a specific visit date in mind; the approval process includes a background investigation.
  • ✓ Make sure the inmate has actually requested the Visitor Information form and sent it to you (you can’t start without that step).
  • ✓ Fill out the form carefully and completely; missing or inconsistent information can slow down a suitability review.
  • ✓ Return the completed form to the Bureau of Prisons promptly so staff can begin the investigation and approval process.

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