How to Send Mail to Someone at Zephyrhills Correctional Institution

Correct Mailing Address

Address every letter exactly like this:

[Inmate Full Legal Name, DC#]
PO Box 23608
Tampa, FL 33623

Do not send personal mail to the facility’s physical address in Zephyrhills. It will not reach the inmate through this channel.

Why Mail Goes to Tampa Instead of the Facility

Florida processes all personal inmate mail through a centralized Tampa address. Staff open, inspect, and scan each letter. The inmate receives a digital copy on a tablet or kiosk. The original physical letter is not forwarded to the facility, so keep a copy of anything important you send if you want a physical record.

USPS Only

Send mail only through the U.S. Postal Service. FedEx, UPS, and other private couriers are not accepted for personal inmate mail.

Packaging Restrictions

Padded envelopes, boxes, bubble wrap, and similar packaging are rejected. Stick to a standard paper envelope and its contents.

Photos

Photos mailed to the centralized Tampa address are scanned like any other letter. The inmate sees them on a tablet or kiosk. Digital photo delivery options may also be available through approved messaging platforms as a faster alternative to mailing printed photos.

Legal Mail

Legal mail from attorneys may be sent directly to the facility instead of the Tampa PO Box. It is opened in the inmate’s presence, not pre-screened. If you are unsure whether mail qualifies as legal mail, call the facility at 813-782-5521.

Send Photos and Letters with Pigeonly

The easiest way to send photos and letters to someone at Zephyrhills Correctional Institution is through Pigeonly. Upload your photos or write your letter online, and Pigeonly prints and mails everything to the facility for you, following the mail rules listed above.