How to deposit funds, commissary, and payment options
Western Virginia Regional Jail accepts inmate-account deposits through the on-site WVRJ lobby kiosk (cash or credit) and online through GTL's ConnectNetwork portal. The lobby kiosk is open 24/7, and deposits post to the inmate's account immediately. To deposit online, create a ConnectNetwork account, verify your email, then select Virginia, choose Western VA Regional Jail, and enter the inmate's name or ID. GTL/VIAPATH processing fees apply. Credit-card fees scale based on the amount you send, and cash deposits carry a $2.50 fee per transaction. If a deposit doesn't post as expected, contact the vendor or the facility's finance or commissary support channel.
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Western Virginia Regional Jail doesn't accept money through the mail. Since January 1, 2018, any cash, certified check, or money order sent for an inmate account gets returned to sender. Use one of the approved deposit methods below instead.
Want to add money from home? WVRJ uses ConnectNetwork for online deposits. Head to web.connectnetwork.com to get started.
Trying to put money on someone's account at Western Virginia Regional Jail? You have two main options: the 24/7 lobby kiosk or GTL's ConnectNetwork online system. Here's how each works, what fees you'll pay, and how to avoid timing surprises.
Need to add money to someone's account at Western Virginia Regional Jail? You have two options: the lobby kiosk or GTL/ConnectNetwork online. Which one works best depends on whether you prioritize speed, convenience, or keeping fees low.
You can deposit money at the WVRJ lobby kiosk using cash or credit. You can also deposit online through GTL/ConnectNetwork by creating an account, verifying your email, then selecting Virginia, Western VA Regional Jail, and the inmate’s name or ID.
Yes. The lobby kiosk is available 24/7, and deposits made there are credited to inmate accounts immediately.
GTL/VIAPATH processing fees apply. Credit-card fees scale by the deposit amount, and cash deposits carry a $2.50 fee per transaction.
Getting a letter to your loved one at Western Virginia Regional Jail comes down to using the right address format and following a few strict rules. Regular mail goes to a Phoenix, Maryland P.O. Box, and the details below will help you avoid a "Returned to Sender" stamp or a seized envelope.
There are three main ways to stay in touch with someone at Western Virginia Regional Jail: phone calls, remote video visits, and postal mail. Below you'll find the details for each, plus a quick "what to verify" section at the end in case policies or vendors have changed.
Need to add money to someone's inmate account at Western Virginia Regional Jail? You have two options: online deposits through ConnectNetwork or an in-person lobby kiosk. Mailing money is not accepted, so pick the method that works best for you from the start.
