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Miami Low FCI

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Federal Correctional Institution

Miami Low FCI is a federal correctional institution in Miami, Florida, housing approximately 819 people. Below you'll find insider tips, programs, visiting hours, and preparation resources.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

FCISoutheast RegionMale

What to Expect at Miami Low FCI

Location & Travel

  • •Location & Travel: FCI Miami is in southwest Dade County, 30 miles from downtown Miami, off the Florida Turnpike (Homestead Extension, 152nd Street exit, 2.5 miles to 137th Street). Served by Miami International Airport, Amtrak, and commercial bus lines.
  • •Location & Travel: Airport Regency — 305-441-1600
  • •Location & Travel: Quality Inn-South — 786-591-8409

Visiting

  • •Visiting: FCI visiting Fri/Sat/Sun and Federal Holidays 8:00 AM–3:00 PM (odd/even rotation for Sat/Sun, rotates monthly). Camp visiting Fri 5:00–8:00 PM, Sat/Sun/Holidays 8:00 AM–3:00 PM. FCI: 6 points/month; Camp: 9 points/month; 1 point per visit. Max 5 adult visitors and 3 children under 3.

Daily Life

  • •Programs: UNICOR textile factory (~213 workers) in cutting, sewing, folding, packing, shipping, business office, and quality assurance.

Good to Know

  • •Location & Travel: Comfort Suites Miami Kendall — 305-999-5406

Insider Information

Housing

Two-person cells at the FCI. Open dormitories with two-person cubicles at the camp.

Phone Policy

300 minutes per month, 15-minute call limit, 30-number caller list.

Library

Open Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–8:00 PM, Fri 7:30 AM–3:00 PM, Sat 7:30 AM–3:30 PM. Electronic Law Library with inmate law clerks available. Inter-library loan program (up to five books from Florida Interlibrary Loan). Book Cart Program in all housing units including SHU. Foreign language materials available.

UNICOR

Textile factory (~213 workers) with departments in cutting, sewing, folding, packing, shipping, business office, and quality assurance.

Psychology/Counseling Services

The Psychology Department provides mental health services, psychological evaluations, crisis consultation, referrals to medical services, and individual and group counseling. Services are provided in English and Spanish. The facility offers a 500-hour, nine-month Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), a 40-hour drug education program, and a non-residential program for follow-up services. The department is staffed by five full-time psychologists.

Health Services

The facility is staffed by physicians, physician assistants, dentists, and a pharmacist. Outpatient care is provided, with several local hospitals located approximately 3 to 7 miles away. The clinic is open 24 hours daily, with a staff member always on emergency call after 4:00 PM. The medication line is available three times daily at 7:15 AM, 3:10 PM, and 7:45 PM. Sick call sign-up is from 6:30 to 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. At least one physician assistant is on duty or on call 24 hours a day. Persons under 50 may request a physical examination every two years, while those over 50 may request one annually.

Fitness & Recreation

Leisure activities include organized and informal games, wellness activities, intramural group and individual sports, movies, art work, hobby crafts, physical fitness, table games, board games, and social and cultural organizations. Recreation decks are open Monday through Friday from 6:10 AM to 8:30 PM, and weekends and holidays from 7:10 AM to 8:30 PM. Available sports include mini soccer, handball, mini volleyball, and basketball. Activities are also conducted in the housing units. Schedules are posted on education and recreation bulletin boards.

Religious Services

A full-time staff chaplain coordinates programs, with Christian, Jewish, and Muslim clergy contractors available for services and instruction. Clergy and lay volunteers of various faith groups supplement the religious program. Religious and personal counseling is available to all persons on request. A chaplain is on duty every day of the week, with schedules posted on chapel bulletin boards.

Commissary

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

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Miami Low FCI

Miami 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

Helpful Resources

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Visitation Information For Families

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Programs & Services

Education Programs

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

Vocational Training

  • Accounting Operations (Advanced)
  • Business Supervision and Management (Advanced)
  • Business Management and Law (Advanced)
  • Data Entry Operations (Advanced)
  • Keyboarding (Advanced)
  • Drafting and AutoCAD (Advanced)
  • Plumbing Apprenticeship
  • Electrician Apprenticeship
  • HVAC Apprenticeship
  • Landscape Technician Apprenticeship

Health & Wellness

  • 500-Hour RDAP (Nine-Month)
  • Drug Abuse Program (DAP)
  • Drug Education Program (40-Hour)
  • Non-Residential Drug Treatment
  • Individual Counseling (English and Spanish)
  • Group Counseling
  • Crisis Consultation
  • Sick Call (Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri 6:30–7:00 AM)

Recreation

  • Mini Soccer
  • Handball
  • Mini Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Hobby Crafts
  • Art Work
  • Table Games
  • Board Games
  • Physical Fitness

Reentry Preparation

  • Non-Residential Drug Treatment

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.

What a Smaller Facility Means for You

With a population of approximately 819 people, Miami Low FCI is a smaller facility — and that has real implications for daily life, programming, and how you're treated.

Pros

  • ✓Easier to build relationships with staff — case managers and counselors are more likely to know you personally, which can help with halfway house and home confinement recommendations
  • ✓Shorter lines for commissary, phones, sick call, and laundry — daily logistics have less friction
  • ✓Fewer interpersonal conflicts — smaller populations generally mean a calmer, more predictable environment
  • ✓More structured environment — staff can maintain closer oversight, which often means clearer expectations and fewer surprises

Cons

  • ✗Fewer program options — vocational training, education, and RDAP slots may be limited, and waitlists can be unpredictable
  • ✗Less anonymity — staff and other people know your business, which can feel suffocating
  • ✗Limited work assignments — fewer UNICOR slots and job options mean less flexibility in how you spend your time
  • ✗Disciplinary issues are more visible — any problems stand out quickly in a smaller population

Frequently Asked Questions About Miami Low FCI

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

Individuals reporting to Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami Low FCI directly or check the BOP website for the most current schedule and any facility-specific restrictions.

Funds for individuals at Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami | Federal Correctional Institution | P.O. Box 779800 | Miami, FL 33177.

The commissary at Miami 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 Miami 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. Miami 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, Foreign Language, 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 Miami 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 Miami Low FCI.

Miami Low FCI is located in Miami, Florida, within the Southeast 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.

Nine-month, 500-hour RDAP. Also offers Drug Abuse Program (DAP), 40-hour drug education, non-residential follow-up program. Services in English and Spanish.

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Contact Information

15801 S.W. 137th Avenue

Miami, Florida 33177

305-259-2100

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

FCI Miami

Federal Correctional Institution

P.O. Box 779800

Miami, FL 33177

Questions? Call us now: 949-799-3277

Facility Details

Security Level
Low
Facility Type
FCI
Region
Southeast
Gender
Male
Population
819
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.