Before you book a visit
Domestic visitors need to be pre-approved by DCS
Find out aboutNominated Visitors
How to book a visit
Domestic visits are organised by the visitor contacting the prison directly
Find out aboutbooking a visit
Before you go to the visit
Be prepared. Learn what you need take with you.
Find out how toprepare for your visit
Taking property to prisoners
Property should only be taking if it has been approved in advanced
bringing propertyto prisoner visits
Taking children to a visit
Children of all ages can accompany an adult visitor
Find out aboutchild visitors
Your first visit to a prison
Initial checks and ID verification you must pass - and advice
Find out whatto expect on your first visit
After your visit to a prison
What happens as you leave - and where to get help and advice
Find out aboutsupport after your visit
Prisoner Domestic Visit Bookings Pilot
DCS is running a pilot where prisoners book their own domestic visits at selected prisons
Find out about the pilot