Reviewed on: April 20,2026
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How long does it take the magazines for start from purchase?

I purchased a magazine for my girlfriend back in March it has been 6 weeks and it still has not been shipped or delivered. How do I find out how long it's gonna take and when it will get to her?

Magazine subscriptions all take about 2 months to get started.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer May 09,2015 · Send Inmate Mail
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Magazine subscriptions all take about 2 months to get started. It is not a product of our customer service, it is a publisher issue. If you would look at a magazine subscription insert in any magazine out there, underneath where you fill out your name and address is a line of fine print that states it takes "could take up to 8-10 weeks to begin delivery". It is nothing we can control and would have been the same issue if you ordered it directly from them. We checked on your order and it should begin shortly.

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Accepted Answer Date Created: May 09,2015
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed April 2026.