How can I send money to an inmate in a correctional facility?

You can send money using any convenient option below. You will be required to provide the following information when sending money:• &n...

What information do I need to send money?

•        Your government-issued ID•        Receiver’s correc...

How does my receiver get the money?

The money is sent to the correctional facility and account number you provided when you sent the money transfer.

How long does it take for the funds to be delivered?

This can vary based on the facility that you submit a payment to. Please contact the correctional facility for more information.

How do I know if the facility has received my payment?

You'll receive a Money Transfer Control Number (MTCN) on your receipt to confirm the payment was sent to your facility. You can track your t...

How do I find a correctional facility?

Western Union serves a variety of correctional facilities, allowing you to send money to inmates in county jail and state or federal prison....

How much can I send through corrections pay?

Western Union allows for inmate payments of up to $300.

What would cause a payment to not be succesfully delivered?

a.        Inmate is no longer at stated facility based on the daily roster. Rosters are refreshed da...

Can I still use my western union® app to send money?

a.        Beginning September 30, 2022, you will only be able to send money online through correctio...

Still have questions about sending money to an inmate?

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