How do I check that a relative is at Golden State Annex?
Run ICE's Online Detainee Locator at ice.gov/locator first; the search is exact, so Robert will not match Bob. Then call (661) 792-2731 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with the full name, hyphenated names, aliases, date of birth and country of birth, and ask for the unit, which sets the visiting day. If the locator finds nothing, contact the San Francisco Field Office at (415) 365-8800. ICE lists this California site under that office, not Los Angeles, and case questions can go to SanFrancisco.Outreach@ice.dhs.gov. Nearby sites are in our ICE facility directory.
What is the visiting schedule by housing side?
As read October 31, 2026, A Side units visit Sunday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Tuesday and Friday 4 to 9 p.m. B Side units visit Saturday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Monday and Thursday 4 to 9 p.m. The Special Management Unit has contact visits Wednesday 4 to 9 p.m. and no-contact visits Saturday 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visits last 2 hours. Check in at least 30 minutes before closing. Bring a valid, verifiable government-issued ID; minors need an adult of 18 or older. ICE tells families to call ahead because hours vary by unit.
What clothes get a visitor turned away?
ICE's Golden State page spells out the dress code. Shorts, skirts and dresses must reach mid-thigh when seated. Sheer, see-through or very tight clothing and leggings are banned, as are strapless tops, bare midriffs, swimsuits, muscle shirts and sleeveless shirts. Shirts and shoes are required. Gang colors are barred, and hats, beanies and hoods stay off during a visit. Religious head coverings are given special consideration but may be inspected. Weapons and electronic devices stay out of secure areas, and you cannot pass items to the person. Parking is on site, with 4 accessible spaces across from the main entrance.
How do I add money, write or send a message?
Deposits go through CorrectPay at (855) 836-3364 or correctpay.com. A U.S. Postal Service money order goes to Golden State Annex, 611 Frontage Road, McFarland, CA 93250, with the full name and full A-number on it. Letters differ: they need only the last 4 digits, plus your return address. ICE's page is silent on commissary and phone accounts. For an urgent message, call (661) 792-2731 with the full name and A-number; incoming calls are not possible. ICE gives gettingout.com for tablet messages here, but its separate tablet list gives Talton, so ask. Packages need deportation officer approval and the mail clerk, extension 274134.
Which court is listed, and how do lawyers reach the person?
EOIR's Administrative Control List, updated October 1, 2026, groups this McFarland site with the Adelanto Immigration Court, in a different part of California. One person's court can still differ, so go by the latest notice and our hearing lookup guide. In-person attorney visits run weekdays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and weekends 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., booked through ERO eFile; walk-ins are allowed but scheduled visits go first. If a judge may set bond, our bond hearing guide explains that step.