What to Expect During Your First Visit to West Texas Detention Center
Knowing the schedule, visit length, and what to do before you leave home makes your first visit much smoother. Here's what to expect at West Texas Detention Center.
Visiting days depend on the detainee's gender. Male detainees can receive visitors on Friday and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Female detainees have visiting hours on Sunday and Monday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Reminder: Visits run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on the designated visiting days.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled visit. This gives you time to get through security without eating into your visit.
Tip: Visiting during a busy time? Give yourself extra cushion so a long check-in line doesn't make you late.
Visits are short. Each session lasts 30 minutes, so come prepared to make the most of your time together.
Only two visitors can see a detainee at a time.
Parking is free. The facility has public parking available for visitors at no cost.
Before-you-go
- ✓ (915) 369-2269
- ✓ (915) 369-2270
- ✓ (915) 369-2271
- ✓ (915) 369-2272
- ✓ Detainee’s first name
- ✓ Detainee’s last name
- ✓ Any aliases the detainee might use
- ✓ Date of birth
- ✓ Country of birth
The facility address (under the El Paso Field Office) is 401 S. Vaquero Avenue, Sierra Blanca, TX 79851.
Some details that can affect your visit aren't covered here: current ID requirements, dress code specifics, what you can bring inside, and exact check-in procedures. Call the facility before you drive out to confirm the latest rules.
Bond note: Immigration bonds cannot be posted in person directly at the West Texas Detention Facility. Call to confirm where and how a bond can be processed.
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