How to Send Money to Catahoula Correctional Center

How to Set Up a City Tele Coin Account

City Tele Coin is the single platform for commissary, phone calls, and video visits at Catahoula. Setting up an account takes a few minutes.

Steps:

1. Go to citytelecoin.com and click Register
2. Create a free account with your name and email address
3. Select Catahoula Parish Correctional Center as the facility
4. Link the inmate using their full legal name and inmate ID number
5. Add funds using a debit or credit card

Once your account is set up, you can deposit money, schedule video visits, and manage phone access all from the same dashboard.

How Long Does a Deposit Take?

Funds deposited through City Tele Coin are typically available to the inmate within 24 to 48 hours. Processing times can vary, especially around weekends and holidays.

City Tele Coin App

The City Tele Coin app is available on iOS (iTunes) and Android (Google Play). Once you download it and log in with your account, you can manage everything from your phone — deposits, video visits, and messaging.

Getting Help

If you run into a problem or have questions about a deposit:

• Phone: (318) 746-1114 — available 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM CST
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: citytelecoin.com

Have your account email and the inmate’s name or ID ready when you call.

What the Money Is Used For

Commissary funds go toward the inmate’s account at Catahoula. Inmates use it to purchase items from the facility commissary — hygiene products, food items, postage, and other approved goods. The facility controls when and how commissary is ordered.