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Dublin Low FCI

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Federal Correctional Institution

Dublin Low FCI is a federal correctional institution in Dublin, California. Below you'll find insider tips, programs, visiting hours, and preparation resources.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

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What to Expect at Dublin Low FCI

Location & Travel

  • •Location & Travel: FCI Dublin is 20 miles southeast of Oakland on the Camp Parks Army Reserve Forces Training Area, off I-580. Served by San Francisco and Oakland airports. From Oakland: I-580 east to Hacienda exit, north ¼ mile, left on Dublin Blvd ¼ mile, left on Arnold Road ¼ mile, left on 8th St.
  • •Location & Travel: La Quinta Inns & Suites — 925-967-2250
  • •Location & Travel: Holiday Inn — 925-828-7750

Communication & Mail

  • •Programs: UNICOR call center employs up to 200 people.

Visiting

  • •Visiting: As of June 2024, all visiting at this facility has been suspended until further notice. Contact the facility for current status.

Good to Know

  • •Location & Travel: Hyatt Place — 925-828-9006

Insider Information

Housing

Female low-security and minimum-security residents are housed in dormitories with three-person and four-person rooms. Four TV rooms per housing unit.

Commissary

$360/month spending limit. Shop once per week on assigned unit day, Mon–Wed. Over-the-counter medication available even if already shopped.

Phone Policy

300 minutes per month for non-emergency, non-legal calls. 15-minute call limit, 30-number caller list. Phones available daily 6:00 AM–11:30 PM.

Library

Electronic Law Library available. Leisure library with periodicals, newspapers, fiction, non-fiction, and reference books. Copier available for legal research.

UNICOR

Call center employing up to 200 people.

Psychology/Counseling Services

The Psychology Services Department coordinates counseling services and drug abuse treatment programs. The Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) is one year in duration and includes classroom instruction, individual therapy, and group therapy. The Drug Education Program covers the social, psychological, and physical impact of substance use. The Pathways Treatment Program is a nine-month non-residential trauma and recovery program with five hours of treatment per week. Additional options include Alcoholics Anonymous, self-image groups, and other voluntary groups.

Health Services

The Health Services Unit is open seven days a week and provides outpatient care. Facilities include X-ray, pharmacy, laboratory, dental clinic, and examination rooms, with the dental facility located in a separate building. Female persons are eligible for pregnancy tests, pap smears, pelvic examinations, and breast examinations on intake and at routine intervals. Community hospitals are utilized when necessary. Sick call sign-up for non-emergency issues is between 6:15 and 6:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. Pill line hours are 6:00 AM and 4:45 PM.

Fitness & Recreation

Leisure activities and programs are available to support positive attitudes toward free time and wellness. Programs include hobby craft classes, wellness classes, structured exercise, sports, leisure leagues, and holiday and cultural events. Hobby craft offers painting, leather craft, ceramics, and copper work. Persons are encouraged to participate in housing unit activities such as unit-based hobby craft. A monthly activity calendar is posted in the units and on TRULINCS.

Religious Services

Chaplains offer religious worship, education, counseling, spiritual direction, support, and crisis intervention to meet diverse needs. They also oversee the religious diet program, ceremonial religious meals, and religious holiday observances.

Commissary

See the full commissary list for Dublin Low FCI below, including available items and pricing.

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Dublin Low FCI

Dublin Low FCI is a Federal Correctional Institution. FCIs house people of varying security levels and typically offer educational, vocational, and treatment programs to support rehabilitation and reentry.

Pre-Surrender Checklist

  • •Bring your contact list and release plan
  • •Close out work and professional obligations
  • •Set up power of attorney and financial access
  • •Handle all medical preparations
  • •Choose one primary point of contact
  • •Prepare your family for phone and visitation limits
  • •Pack only what the facility allows
  • •Arrange transportation and surrender details
  • •Form a reading list before you arrive
  • •Know which programs are actually offered

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Visitation Information For Families

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Programs & Services

Education Programs

  • GED
  • ESL
  • Adult Continuing Education
  • Parenting
  • College Correspondence Courses

Health & Wellness

  • RDAP (One-Year Program)
  • Drug Education Program
  • Pathways Treatment Program (Nine-Month Non-Residential Trauma/Recovery)
  • AA
  • Self-Image Groups
  • Sick Call (Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 6:15–6:30 AM)

Recreation

  • Painting
  • Leather Craft
  • Ceramics
  • Copper Work
  • Wellness Classes
  • Structured Exercise
  • Sports
  • Leisure Leagues

Reentry Preparation

  • Pathways Treatment Program

Visiting Information

Regular Visiting Hours

  • Saturday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Federal Holidays: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Important Notes

  • • Valid government-issued photo ID required
  • • All visitors subject to search
  • • Dress code enforced

Note: Visiting schedules may vary. Contact the facility directly for the most current visiting hours and procedures. For a complete breakdown of visitation rules, dress code, and how to get approved, visit our Visitation Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dublin Low FCI

Dublin Low FCI is a low-security Federal Correctional Institution. Unlike a federal prison camp, it generally has double perimeter fencing and more structured movement, though programming and work opportunities are still available.

Yes. Dublin Low FCI offers the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP). Eligibility depends on sentencing documents and BOP evaluation. Successful completion may result in sentence reduction.

Yes. Dublin Low FCI houses female individuals and offers programming tailored to female populations.

Individuals reporting to Dublin Low FCI typically undergo intake processing including identification verification, medical screening, housing assignment, and orientation specific to this institution's low-security level and cell-based housing structure.

Visiting at Dublin Low FCI typically takes place on Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays. All visitors must be on the approved visiting list and present a valid government-issued photo ID upon arrival. Visitors should follow the BOP dress code: no revealing clothing, no clothing that resembles prisoner uniforms (typically khaki or orange), and no open-toed shoes at some facilities. Contact Dublin Low FCI directly or check the BOP website for the most current schedule and any facility-specific restrictions.

Funds for individuals at Dublin Low FCI should be sent through BOP-approved methods: MoneyGram, Western Union, or U.S. Postal Money Orders. All funds are processed through the Federal Bureau of Prisons' centralized National Finance Center in Des Moines, Iowa — not sent directly to Dublin Low FCI. Money orders should be made payable to the individual's committed name and include their BOP register number. Allow 7–10 business days for processing.

Individuals at Dublin Low FCI have access to three primary communication channels. Phone: you receive 300 free phone minutes per month if you are First Step Act eligible, then you pay six cents a minute for up to 210 additional minutes. Calls cut off after 15 minutes, and calls will come from a 202 number or private caller. Phone access is seven days a week. Email: the TRULINCS system allows electronic messaging for a small per-minute fee. Regular mail: letters and cards can be sent and received through the U.S. Postal Service. Mail can be sent to: INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER | FCI Dublin | Federal Correctional Institution | 5701 8th Street—Camp Parks | Dublin, CA 94568.

The commissary at Dublin Low FCI operates on a set schedule and offers snacks, beverages, hygiene products, over-the-counter medications, writing materials, stamps, and limited clothing items. The standard monthly spending limit is $360 (excluding telephone credits, stamps, and OTC medications). Some facilities implement this as a bi-weekly $180 cap. A current commissary list is typically available through the unit team.

Length of stay at Dublin Low FCI varies based on sentence length, offense type, and good conduct time calculations. Individuals at low-security facilities typically serve sentences ranging from one year to well over a decade, depending on circumstances.

The Bureau of Prisons requires all facilities to offer literacy and GED programs for individuals without a high school diploma. Dublin Low FCI provides educational programming that may include GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), and post-secondary education opportunities through correspondence or partnerships. Current offerings include: GED, ESL, Adult Continuing Education, Parenting, College Correspondence Courses. Availability may change based on staffing and enrollment.

The BOP enforces a dress code for all visitors. Clothing must not be revealing — no low-cut tops, shorts above the knee, or see-through materials. Visitors should avoid wearing colors that match prisoner uniforms (typically khaki, orange, or olive drab). Open-toed shoes may be prohibited at some facilities. Undergarments are required. Visitors who do not meet dress code standards may be turned away. Contact Dublin Low FCI in advance if you have questions about specific items.

Yes, but publications must be sent directly from the publisher, a bookstore, or a book club — not from an individual. Hardcover and softcover books, newspapers, and magazines are generally permitted as long as they do not contain content deemed a security threat. Used books are typically not accepted. All incoming publications are subject to inspection by mailroom staff at Dublin Low FCI.

Dublin Low FCI is located in Dublin, California, within the Western Region of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Contact the facility directly for driving directions and nearby lodging options.

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RDAP Program Available

This facility offers the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), which can reduce your sentence by up to 12 months.

One-year RDAP with classroom instruction, individual and group therapy. Also offers Drug Education Program and Pathways Treatment Program (nine-month non-residential trauma and recovery).

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Contact Information

5701 8th Street, Camp Parks

Dublin, California 94568

925-833-7500

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

FCI Dublin

Federal Correctional Institution

5701 8th Street—Camp Parks

Dublin, CA 94568

Questions? Call us now: 949-799-3277

Facility Details

Security Level
Low
Facility Type
FCI
Region
Western
Gender
Female
Population
0
Updated: Mar 5, 2026

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Security Notice

All phone calls are recorded. All emails are saved. Mail can be read by staff.