Cross City CI Visiting Hours and Rules

Confirming Visiting Hours Before You Go

Cross City Correctional Institution’s specific visiting days and hours were not published on the official FDOC facility page during research for this guide. Because visiting schedules can vary by facility and change over time, call the facility directly at (352) 498-4444 before planning your trip. Ask for the current regular visiting days, hours, and any recent schedule changes.

The sections below describe the statewide FDOC visitation process that applies to Cross City CI and every other Florida state prison. These rules are consistent and verifiable across FDOC facilities, even though the exact hour and day schedule for this specific facility needs a phone call to confirm.

Step 1: Get Approved as a Visitor

Every visitor 16 and older must complete a Visitation Application before their first visit. Download DC6-111A and the accompanying visitor information document DC6-111B from official FDOC sources. All visitors 12 and older must submit their own application. Children under 12 do not need to submit a form but must be accompanied by an approved adult visitor.

Fill out every field on the form. If something does not apply to you, write “NA.” Do not leave any field blank, since an incomplete application can be denied. Mail the completed form to the Classification Department at Cross City Correctional Institution, or submit it by email using the facility mailbox listed in the official VisitApp/Mailbox List PDF.

Only apply after the inmate has arrived at Cross City CI as their permanent facility. Do not submit the application while they are still in county jail or in transit.

Waiting for Approval

FDOC typically processes visitation applications in about 30 days statewide. The inmate is notified of the decision, not the visitor. The inmate will then pass along the outcome by phone or letter. Once approved, you remain on the visitor list for future visits unless someone removes you.

If you are denied, the inmate can ask for the reason. Common causes include a criminal history conflict, an active protective order, or an incomplete application.

Step 2: Schedule Your Weekly Visit

Even after you are approved, you must schedule each individual visit through the FDOC Offender Search portal. FDOC facilities generally do not allow walk-up visits. Find the inmate’s profile, look for the visitation scheduling option, and submit your request during that week’s scheduling window. Approval for a specific scheduled visit is subject to available seating, so submit as early in the window as possible.

What to Bring and Wear

Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for every visitor. A driver’s license, state ID card, or passport all work. Call the facility at (352) 498-4444 before your first trip if you have questions about what ID will be accepted.

FDOC statewide dress code rules apply at Cross City CI. In general, avoid clothing that resembles inmate uniforms (typically blue or orange solid colors), revealing clothing, and clothing with metal components that could interfere with security screening. Closed-toe shoes are required. Do not wear hats or sunglasses indoors.

Security Screening

All visitors go through a security screening process before entering the visiting area. This typically includes a walk-through metal detector, and staff may conduct a clothed pat search. Do not bring prohibited items into the facility, since anything not allowed will be turned away and could affect your visitor status going forward.

Children and Minor Visitors

Children under 12 do not need to submit their own Visitation Application but must come with an approved adult visitor. Children 12 and older must complete their own application. Bring proof of relationship, such as a birth certificate, especially if the accompanying adult is not the child’s parent or legal guardian.

What’s Not Allowed

Do not bring weapons, drugs, cell phones, cameras, or other prohibited items into the visiting area. Do not attempt to pass items to or from the inmate outside of what the facility explicitly allows. Violating visiting rules can result in the visit being terminated immediately and can lead to removal from the approved visitor list or criminal charges in serious cases.

What Happens If a Visit Is Denied on Arrival

An approved visitor can still be turned away on the day of a scheduled visit. Reasons include the inmate being on disciplinary restriction, a medical or mental health hold, a facility lockdown, or a lack of available seating. If this happens, your approved visitor status stays in place. Reschedule for the next available date through the FDOC portal.

Medical Accommodations and Accessibility

If a visitor needs a medical or accessibility accommodation, call Cross City CI at (352) 498-4444 before the visit to request it. Give the facility enough advance notice to arrange wheelchair access or any other assistance you need.

Holiday Schedule Changes

Whether Cross City CI adjusts visiting hours around state holidays was not confirmed during research. Call (352) 498-4444 before a holiday weekend to ask whether the regular schedule applies.

Video Visitation

Video visitation availability for Cross City CI was not confirmed during research. Call (352) 498-4444 or ConnectNetwork at (866) 732-9098 to ask about current remote video visitation options.