Facility Contacts
ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer: 520-464-3000 Virtual attorney visit and legal mail email: vavedc@corecivic.com Legal fax: 520-466-7750
Visiting Hours
Visit times are split by gender, custody level, and segregation status.
Saturday (males): All Male L-2 and L-3: 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. All Male L-1 and L-2: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Male Segregation: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday (females): All Female L-2 and L-3: 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. All Female L-1 and L-2: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Female Segregation: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit Limits
All visits run a minimum of one hour. Each visitor can only visit one detainee per visitation day. Each detainee can have up to four visitors in the visitation room at one time. Larger groups need to split the allotted time accordingly.
Who Can Visit
Adult visitors must show a valid, verifiable government-issued photo ID. Minors must be accompanied by an adult guardian who is 18 or older. Children cannot be left alone in the waiting room, visiting room, or any other area.
Visiting Rules
Friend and family visits at this facility are contact visits.
No firearms or weapons of any kind. No electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, radios) in secure areas. Visitors cannot pass anything to detainees or carry items into the visitation area.
Every visitor is subject to a pat-down, bag inspection, and metal scan. Refusing a search means you will not be admitted. If you appear intoxicated, you will be turned away.
Attorney Visits
In-person attorney visits run Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, Sunday, and holidays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
A list of pro bono legal organizations is posted in every housing unit and updated quarterly. Detainees are responsible for contacting these organizations to schedule appointments.
Virtual Attorney Visits
Starting October 15, attorneys must request video teleconference (VTC) meetings or confidential legal phone calls through ERO eFile. Confirmation comes back through ERO eFile.
VTC sessions run Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, Sunday, and holidays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Appointments are scheduled in 60-minute blocks, with two back-to-back blocks allowed for a 2-hour session. Appointments can be booked up to 2 weeks ahead but no later than 48 hours before the slot, on a first-come basis. There is no cap on how many appointments an attorney can request, but no attorney can have more than two 60-minute appointments with the same detainee in a single day.
Only Cisco Webex and Zoom are supported. The ERO eFile request must include: the attorney's full name and contact info, the detainee's name and A-number (or name, date of birth, and country of birth), and the Webex or Zoom meeting ID and passcode in the Virtual Meeting Information section. For phone-only calls, note that and provide the number the facility should call. This is required before you can select a time slot.
Required attachments: a scan of the attorney's government ID, proof of legal status (bar card, attorney license, paralegal license, or similar), and the eFiled G-28 unless this is a pre-representational visit. If a legal assistant is joining alone, attach a letter of authorization on firm letterhead and a scan of the assistant's ID. For pre-representational visits, also upload the supervising attorney's bar card and government-issued ID.
For requests under PBNDS 2011 Section 5.7 (V.N.1) and Section 4.3 (V.FF), upload the written request in the Attorney Authorization Letter field and the Professional Licensure or Curriculum Vitae in the Medical/Mental Health Evaluators field.
Only legal representatives, legal assistants, and interpreters are allowed on these calls. No family, no friends. The attorney can use outside interpretation services during the session. Calls are confidential; an officer stays within sight but out of earshot and will knock 5 minutes before the cutoff.
The facility can cancel or reschedule appointments to manage safety risks or to make sure other attorneys and detainees get fair access. If no slots are available or you have an exigent circumstance, contact vavedc@corecivic.com.
Legal Mail by Email or Fax
Attorneys can send legal correspondence to vavedc@corecivic.com or fax to 520-466-7750. Mark "Legal Mail" clearly in the subject line and attach the specific documents to be delivered.
The cover sheet must include the detainee's full name and A-number, the attorney or authorized representative's full name, contact information (phone, email), credentials (state bar card, law school ID, paralegal license, or letter on firm letterhead), a copy of the eFiled G-28 unless already on file, sender's return fax number (if applicable), total page count, and a "Legal Mail" notation.
Documents are inspected for contraband but not read, then delivered to the detainee. Processing happens during business hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding holidays.
Consular Visits
Consular officials can meet with their nationals at any time. Call the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer at 520-464-3000 to make arrangements when possible, and bring credentials.
Clergy Visits
Clergy can visit at any time but must arrange the visit ahead of time through the Chaplain's Office.
Visitation/Phone Calls Application
Note: All information fields must be completed before submitting the form. By completing and submitting this form, you are attesting to the truthfulness and accuracy of the information. Criminal background checks are conducted on all persons applying for visitation or phone call privileges.
All adult visitors applying for in-person/phone, and video visits must pay a one-time, non-refundable, $25.00 background check fee by Department Order 911. Those persons wishing to accept phone calls only from inmates are not required to pay the $25.00 background check fee and must apply for phone privileges utilizing the regular application process. Please refer to the "Need Help" link or Department Order 911 for a complete list of those persons who are exempt from the background check fee when applying for visitation.
Please allow 60 days to process the application, once the required payment, if applicable, and supporting documentation are received.
Once a decision has been made, the inmate will be informed of the outcome. It is the inmate's responsibility to inform the potential visitor of their visitation status.
It is recommended all visitors read Department Order 911.
Friends and Family may use any of the three vendors by storefront/walk-up, phone, mobile app or internet. Below you will find the rates and vendor information needed to electronically pay for Visitation Background Fees.
Payment Site Links and Information:
ADCRR - Rules by Type
1. Online Application: Potential visitors and those persons only receiving calls from inmates may submit their application electronically. Once the application is completed and submitted:
o Do not submit an application while the inmate is in the intake process at Alhambra or the intake process at Perryville
o Applicable fee must be paid with 30 days
o Failure to pay within 30 days will lead to automatic denial of application
o If an application is denied you must wait 180 days to re-apply
2. Printed Application: Potential visitors or potential call recipients who do not wish to submit their application online may complete the application form, print it, and mail it directly to the Unit Visitation Office where the inmate is currently assigned:
o Do not submit an application while the inmate is in the intake process at Alhambra or the intake process at Perryville
o Applications submitted by mail must be in an envelope reading:
"Attention Visitation Officer - Background Check Fee" when the fee is enclosed and reading:
"Attention Visitation Officer" when the fee is not enclosed
o Do not mail application to the inmate. It must be sent directly to the unit visitation officer or it will be voided
Note: In both instances it is critical that all information fields and both sides are completed prior to submitting the form. By completing and submitting this form, you are attesting to the truthfulness and accuracy of the information. Criminal background checks are conducted on all persons applying for visitation or phone call privileges.
All adult visitors applying must pay a onetime, non-refundable, $25.00 background check fee in accordance with Department Order 911. Those persons wishing to accept phone calls from inmates and will not be visiting in-person must apply for phone privileges utilizing the regular application process. Please refer to the "Need Help" link or Department Order 911 for a complete list of those persons that are exempt from the background check fee when applying for visitation.
Properly completed visitation applications shall be processed and approved or denied within 60 days on receipt of the application and verified payment, if applicable.
Once a decision has been made, the inmate will be informed of the outcome. It is the inmate's responsibility to inform the potential visitor of their visitation status.