How do I find out if someone is at Mesa Verde?
Search ice.gov/locator with the nine-digit A-number and country of birth; ICE calls that the best search. If the locator names Mesa Verde, call (661) 859-1028, press 2, between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., with the full name, hyphenated names, aliases, date of birth and country of birth. Ask for the housing unit letter, since it fixes the visiting days. People under 18 are not shown. If you find nothing, call the San Francisco Field Office at (415) 365-8800, the ICE office listed for this California site. Other sites are in our facility directory.
When does each unit have visits?
As read October 31, 2026: Unit A has Monday 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Unit B has Tuesday 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. Unit C has Thursday 5 to 10 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Unit D has Friday 5 to 10 p.m. and Sunday 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. The Special Management Unit has Wednesday 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday 7 to 8 a.m. Visits cannot exceed 60 minutes, with no more than 2 visitors per visit.
What check-in time and rules apply at the door?
ICE says to check in at least 30 minutes before visitation closes, then gives closing as 9:30 p.m. on weekdays and 10:30 p.m. on weekends. Those times do not match the unit hours above, so call (661) 859-1028 for your unit's last check-in. Adults need a valid, verifiable government-issued ID. Leggings, sleeveless and muscle shirts, bare midriffs, and sheer or very tight clothing are out; skirts must reach mid-thigh when seated; hats, beanies and hoods come off. Expect a pat-down, a bag inspection and a metal scan. You cannot pass items to the person.
Which money, mail and package options does ICE list?
Visitors may deposit cash at the facility Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. Other routes are JailATM at 1-877-810-0914, JPay.com, or a money order, cashier's check or state or federal check, not a personal check, mailed with the full name and A-number to 425 Golden State Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301. ICE discourages mailed cash and omits commissary and phone accounts. Letters need the last 4 digits and your address. Before sending travel or release items, call the mail clerk at (661) 859-1028; approval comes from the deportation officer, (661) 328-4500, press 2. Electronics are refused. Urgent messages: extension 101.
Which court is listed, and how do attorneys visit?
The listed court is not in Bakersfield: EOIR's Administrative Control List, updated October 1, 2026, groups Mesa Verde with the Adelanto Immigration Court. Use the hearing notice and our hearing lookup guide. Attorney visits run Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through ERO eFile in 60-minute blocks, and walk-ins are allowed. After-hours visits, weekdays 3:30 to 8 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., are booked at mvipcattorney@geogroup.com. A lawyer can fax legal documents, with a cover sheet, to (661) 852-0128.