Mail & Photos to FMC Carswell. Address & Rules

Put the BOP register number on every envelope or your mail may not reach them.

Overview

Send mail to FMC Carswell at 3150 Horton Road, Fort Worth, TX 76127. Put the person’s full name and BOP register number on every envelope. All mail is inspected before delivery. Photos are allowed with restrictions. Call (817) 782-4000 to confirm current photo rules before sending.

Quick Facts

Mailing address: [Full Name and BOP Register Number], FMC Carswell, 3150 Horton Road, Fort Worth, TX 76127.
Put the BOP register number (format XXXXX-XXX) on every envelope.
All mail is opened and inspected for contraband before delivery.
Photos should be standard 4x6 prints, no Polaroids.
No nudity, weapons, drugs, alcohol, or gang content in photos or letters.
Do not mail cash. Use MoneyGram or Western Union to send money instead.
Call (817) 782-4000 to confirm current photo and package rules.

The Correct Mailing Address

Send all personal mail to:

[Full Name and BOP Register Number] FMC Carswell 3150 Horton Road Fort Worth, TX 76127

The BOP register number is essential. Without it, staff may not be able to match the mail to the right person. The format is XXXXX-XXX. Find it with the BOP inmate locator. Write your return address clearly on the envelope.

What Happens to Your Mail

All incoming mail is opened and inspected for contraband before delivery. This is standard at all BOP facilities. Legal mail follows separate rules and is opened in the presence of the inmate, not read by staff.

Sending Photos

Photos are allowed, but BOP facilities have specific rules that can vary. Call (817) 782-4000 before sending photos to confirm what is currently permitted at FMC Carswell. In general, standard 4x6 prints are accepted. Polaroids and instant photos are typically not. Avoid anything explicit or images containing weapons, drugs, alcohol, or gang-related content. Write the person’s name and register number lightly on the back of each photo.

What Not to Send

Cash (use MoneyGram or Western Union instead)
Cards with glitter, stickers, or attached items
Books or magazines sent directly by you (usually must come from a publisher)

Call (817) 782-4000 before sending anything beyond a plain letter to confirm current rules for packages and publications.

Families Also Ask

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What is the mailing address for FMC Carswell?

Send mail to: [Full Name and BOP Register Number], FMC Carswell, 3150 Horton Road, Fort Worth, TX 76127. Include the register number (format XXXXX-XXX) on every envelope.

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Can I send photos to someone at FMC Carswell?

Yes, but with restrictions. Call (817) 782-4000 to confirm current photo rules. In general, send standard 4x6 prints, not Polaroids. Avoid anything explicit or images showing weapons, drugs, alcohol, or gang content. Write the name and register number lightly on the back of each photo.

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Can I send cash in a letter?

No. Do not mail cash. Use MoneyGram (code 7932) or Western Union Quick Collect (code FBOP DC) to deposit money instead.

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Will my letter be opened and read?

All incoming mail is opened and inspected for contraband. Legal mail is opened in the presence of the inmate, not read by staff. This is standard at all federal prisons.

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