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Tallahassee FCI

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Federal Correctional Institution

Tallahassee FCI is a federal correctional institution in Tallahassee, Florida, housing approximately 1,237 people. Below you'll find insider tips, programs, visiting hours, and preparation resources.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

FCISoutheast RegionFemale

What to Expect at Tallahassee FCI

Location & Travel

  • •Location & Travel: FCI Tallahassee is three miles east of downtown Tallahassee on Highway 319 and Conner Blvd at the intersection of Park Avenue. Served by Tallahassee Regional Airport, Amtrak, and commercial bus lines.
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Communication & Mail

  • •Visiting: Friday through Sunday 8:30 AM–3:00 PM. All holiday weekends/weekdays open for visits. Max 4 adult visitors and 8 children at a time.

Daily Life

  • •Programs: UNICOR contracting services (~337 workers): data services, warehousing, distribution, help desk, custom printing.

Good to Know

  • •Location & Travel: Comfort Suites Downtown — 850-328-3144

Insider Information

Housing

Open dormitories.

Phone Policy

300 minutes per month, 15-minute call limit, 30-number caller list. FCI phones operational 5:00 AM–midnight.

Library

Law library open during non-working hours including weekends. Electronic Law Library available. Inmate law clerk for assistance.

UNICOR

Contracting services (~337 workers) including data services, warehousing, distribution, help desk, and custom printing.

Psychology/Counseling Services

A full range of mental health services is available, including acute crisis intervention, treatment of mental illness, suicide prevention, psychological evaluations, brief counseling, psycho-educational and therapeutic groups, and individual psychotherapy. A contract psychiatrist is available by appointment for medication consultations. The facility offers a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) coordinating long-term residential treatment, a non-residential group, and a 40-hour drug education group. Alcoholics Anonymous and various counseling groups are also available. All clinicians are trained in issues significant to the population served.

Health Services

The facility is staffed by physicians, physician assistants, dentists, nurses, and pharmacists. Each person is assigned to a Primary Care Provider and a Physician under a managed health care system. Outpatient and limited infirmary care are provided. Tallahassee Memorial and Tallahassee Community Hospital are both approximately five minutes away. Sick call is held Monday through Friday (except Wednesdays and holidays) from 6:30 to 7:00 AM. Pill line and prescription pick-up hours are posted outside the pharmacy. Female persons between ages 35 and 40 are offered an elective initial mammography, and those under 35 with a family history of breast cancer may request a baseline mammography through routine sick call. Emergency medical care is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Fitness & Recreation

Leisure activities and recreation programs are supervised by the education department. Programs include indoor and outdoor activities, ranging from individualized arts and crafts to intramural team sports such as softball, basketball, and volleyball.

Religious Services

A wide range of religious programs are available. Chaplains of specific faiths are on staff, with contract and volunteer representatives of other faiths also available.

Commissary

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

View Tallahassee FCI Commissary List↗

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Tallahassee FCI

Tallahassee 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 Classes
  • College Correspondence Courses

Vocational Training

  • Business Education (Advanced)
  • Building Trades (Advanced)
  • Cosmetology (Advanced)
  • Electronics (Advanced)
  • Horticulture (Advanced)
  • Custodial Maintenance (Advanced)
  • Baker Apprenticeship
  • Horticulturist Apprenticeship
  • Plumber Apprenticeship
  • Construction Apprenticeship
  • Electrician Apprenticeship
  • Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship
  • Landscape Management Apprenticeship
  • Refrigeration Apprenticeship
  • Woodworking Apprenticeship
  • Housekeeper Apprenticeship
  • Cook Apprenticeship
  • Painter Apprenticeship
  • Butcher Apprenticeship
  • Landscape Technician Apprenticeship

Health & Wellness

  • RDAP (Long-Term Residential)
  • Non-Residential Drug Treatment
  • Drug Education Program (40-Hour)
  • AA
  • Individual Psychotherapy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Psychiatric Consultation
  • Mammography Services
  • Sick Call (Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 6:30–7:00 AM)

Recreation

  • Softball
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Arts and Crafts

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 1,237 people, Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee FCI

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

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

With a population of approximately 1,237, Tallahassee FCI operates as a larger facility. This can affect program availability, staff visibility, and housing density.

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

Funds for individuals at Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee | Federal Correctional Institution | 501 Capital Circle NE | Tallahassee, FL 32301.

The commissary at Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee 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. Tallahassee 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 Classes, 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 Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee FCI.

Tallahassee FCI is located in Tallahassee, 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.

Long-term residential RDAP, non-residential group, and 40-hour drug education. AA and various counseling groups. Contract psychiatrist available.

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Contact Information

501 Capital Circle

Tallahassee, Florida 32301

850-878-2173

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

FCI Tallahassee

Federal Correctional Institution

501 Capital Circle NE

Tallahassee, FL 32301

Questions? Call us now: 949-799-3277

Facility Details

Security Level
Low
Facility Type
FCI
Region
Southeast
Gender
Female
Population
1,237
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.