FCI Forrest City
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- Facility Type
- Federal Facility
- Security Level
- Low / Medium
- Inmate Capacity
- 1,064 approx.
- Established
- 2004
- Operated By
- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
FCI Forrest City Inmate Communication Overview
FCI Forrest City is part of the Federal Correctional Complex in Forrest City, Arkansas, which includes both a low-security institution and a medium-security institution operating on the same grounds in St. Francis County, in the eastern part of the state. Because both facilities sit at the same complex and share similar names, it's important for families to confirm the exact security level and institution code for their loved one before mailing anything or setting up communication accounts.
Communication across the Forrest City complex follows standard BOP procedures. CorrLinks handles electronic messaging through the TRULINCS system, and the inmate must initiate or approve contact before messages can be exchanged. Phone calls run through ConnectNetwork, the BOP's calling platform. Inmates at the low-security facility generally have somewhat more relaxed phone and movement schedules than those at the medium-security facility, though both follow the same basic communication structure.
Neither institution at the Forrest City complex offers remote video visitation. In-person visits are available at both facilities but require an approved visitor application and background review beforehand. Because the complex houses a large combined population, families should confirm current visiting hours and any facility-specific rules directly through the BOP website before planning a trip.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
1400 Dale Bumpers Road, Forrest City, AR 72335
Main Phone
(870) 494-4200
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at FCI Forrest City.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: CorrLinks
Available. Inmate must send the first invitation.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Remote video visitation is not available at the Forrest City complex.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Physical photos by mail only, subject to BOP content restrictions.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: ConnectNetwork
Inmate-initiated calls. Access can be somewhat more routine at the low-security unit than the medium-security unit.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: ConnectNetwork
Trust fund deposits via ConnectNetwork or the BOP money order process.
Communication Providers at FCI Forrest City
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
CorrLinks
Federal messaging via TRULINCS/CorrLinks. Inmate must initiate or approve contact.
View CorrLinks ServicesConnectNetwork
BOP phone system and trust fund deposits, shared across the low and medium facilities at the complex.
View ConnectNetwork ServicesCommunication Rules at FCI Forrest City
- CorrLinks contact requires inmate initiation. Create your account first, then wait for the inmate's invitation.
- Confirm the exact institution code (low or medium), since Forrest City has two separate facilities on one complex.
- Remote video visitation is not available. In-person visits require an approved visitor application in advance.
- All BOP communications are monitored under standard Bureau of Prisons policy.
- Phone and commissary accounts are funded separately through ConnectNetwork.
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Frequently Asked Questions — FCI Forrest City
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I start messaging someone at FCI Forrest City?
- Create a free account at corrlinks.com. You cannot message first. The inmate must send you an invitation from the TRULINCS terminal or approve a request you submit through the system. Once approved, both sides can exchange messages for a small per-message fee.
- How do phone calls work at FCI Forrest City?
- Phone calls use ConnectNetwork. Create an account at connectnetwork.com and add funds tied to your phone number. The inmate calls you directly, with access that varies slightly between the low and medium-security units.
- Is my family member at the low or medium facility?
- Forrest City has two separate institutions on the same complex. Use the BOP inmate locator at bop.gov/inmateloc to confirm the exact facility, since mailing addresses and daily routines can differ.
- Can I visit someone at FCI Forrest City in person?
- Yes. You must submit a visitor application and pass a background review before being added to the approved visitor list. Processing can take several weeks. Current procedures are available at bop.gov.
- How do I send money to an FCI Forrest City inmate?
- Deposits go through ConnectNetwork at connectnetwork.com, or by mail using the BOP lockbox instructions at bop.gov. Western Union Quick Collect and MoneyGram are also accepted, with processing typically taking one to three business days.
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