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Become a Visitor

How to Become an Approved Visitor

Once an adult in custody has completed the intake process, they can begin submitting visiting applications.

To add a visitor, they will need basic information including:

  • Full name
  • Address
  • Date of birth
  • Driver’s license number
  • Phone number

Adults in custody may have an unlimited number of approved visitors and are responsible for maintaining their visiting list.

A criminal records check is conducted for all applicants age 15 and older.

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Submit an Application

Visitors may complete and submit a visiting application to be considered for approval.

If approved, the visitor will automatically be added to the adult in custody’s visiting list. The adult in custody may remove a visitor at any time.

Submit the completed application:

  • Email the application
  • Fax: (503) 373-1173
  • Mail: Visiting Services Unit, 3723 Fairview Industrial Dr. Suite 200, Salem, OR 97302

Visiting Approval

The adult in custody will be notified in writing if a visitor is approved or denied.

It is their responsibility to notify the visitor of the decision.

If an application is denied, you may review eligibility requirements and request an appeal: