Houston Contract Detention Facility - CoreCivic (ICE)

About Houston Contract Detention Facility - CoreCivic (ICE)

Houston Contract Detention Facility - CoreCivic (ICE) is a medium-security correctional facility in Texas. Medium-security prisons balance inmate supervision with structured rehabilitation programming. The facility has a capacity of approximately 1000 beds. Inmates are typically housed in either dorms or two-person cells and have access to educational and vocational programs.

Houston Contract Detention Facility - CoreCivic (ICE) offers a broad range of services to support inmate rehabilitation, including GED preparation, substance abuse counseling, mental health services, vocational training, and life skills courses. A Release Preparation Program helps eligible inmates build practical skills before returning to the community.

Family contact through approved mail, phone calls, and visitation is encouraged and supported. Review the communication and visitation sections below before reaching out to an inmate at this facility.

Facility Type and Security Level

Houston Contract Detention Facility - CoreCivic (ICE) operates at a medium level of security. Inmates have more structured movement than at maximum-security facilities, with access to yard time, programming, and chapel services on a scheduled basis.

How to Contact an Inmate at Houston Contract Detention Facility - CoreCivic (ICE)

Send Mail

Send letters to:

Phone Calls

Calls are managed through Talton Communications. Set up a prepaid account before calls can be received. All calls are recorded. Read our inmate phone guide.

How to Send Money

Deposit into the inmate's commissary account using these state-approved methods:

An inmate trust fund (also called a commissary account) lets your loved one purchase hygiene items, food, clothing, postage stamps, and phone time from the facility store. Texas uses eCommDirect, the official Texas Department of Criminal Justice deposit portal, as its primary deposit service. Several other methods are also accepted at most TDCJ facilities.

Method 1 — eCommDirect (Online, Recommended)

• Visit tdcj-ecommdirect.portal.texas.gov and create a free account.
• Pay with a debit card, credit card, or electronic check. Visa and Mastercard are accepted.
• Funds are typically credited to the inmate's account within 24–48 hours on business days.
• Service and transaction fees may apply — review the current fee schedule on the eCommDirect site before submitting.

Method 2 — JPay (Online & Mobile)

• Visit JPay.com or download the app: Android iOS
• Create an account, search for your inmate by name or ID number, and submit your deposit securely.
• Phone deposits available 24/7 by calling 1-800-574-5729.

Method 3 — MoneyGram (In-Person or Online)

• Visit any MoneyGram agent location (Walmart, CVS, Kroger, etc.) or go to moneygram.com.
• Provide the inmate's full name, ID number, and the facility name to the agent.
• Texas DOC MoneyGram Receive Code: 7932
• Service fees apply at MoneyGram locations.

Method 4 — Money Order by Mail (USPS Only)

• Make the money order payable to the inmate's full name and include the inmate's TDCJ ID number on the memo line.
• Mail to the specific facility's business office. The mailing address is printed on the TDCJ facility page.
• Processing time: 5–10 business days after the facility receives the envelope.
• Personal checks and cash are not accepted.

Information Required for Any Deposit

• Inmate's full committed name (as it appears on official records)
• TDCJ ID number (8 digits)
• Facility name (unit where the inmate is housed)

Deposits sent with incorrect information may be delayed or returned. Read our full guide on sending money to an inmate in the US for step-by-step help.

See our full inmate money guide.

Visitation Guide for Houston Contract Detention Facility - CoreCivic (ICE)

All visitors must be pre-approved before arriving. Contact the facility at 281-449-1481 to confirm current visiting hours.

Getting Approved

Download the Texas visitor application and submit it to the facility. Read our complete visitation guide before your first visit.

Visitation Rules

• Valid government-issued photo ID required for all adult visitors.
• Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an approved adult.
• All visitors and belongings are subject to search before entry.
• Dress code applies — no revealing clothing, no gang colors, no inmate-style uniforms.
• No food, beverages, cell phones, or cameras in the visiting area.
• Facility staff may deny or terminate any visit at any time.

Visitation Timings

Hours are approximate. Confirm with the facility before traveling.