FCI Milan
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- Facility Type
- Federal Facility
- Security Level
- Low / Camp
- Inmate Capacity
- 1,400 approx.
- Established
- 1932
- Operated By
- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
FCI Milan Inmate Communication Overview
Federal Correctional Institution Milan is a low-security federal prison located in Washtenaw County in southeastern Michigan, about 35 miles southwest of Detroit and 10 miles south of Ann Arbor. The facility also includes a minimum-security satellite camp. FCI Milan has operated since 1932, making it one of the longer-running federal prisons in the Midwest. The low-security designation means inmates generally have more access to programs, phone use, and daily movement than at medium or high-security facilities, which translates to a more predictable communication schedule for families.
Communication at FCI Milan follows Bureau of Prisons rules. CorrLinks is the platform for electronic messaging, families create an account at corrlinks.com and wait for the inmate to initiate contact or approve a request before any correspondence can begin. Phone calls use ConnectNetwork, and families fund a prepaid account linked to their phone number to receive calls. At a low-security facility like FCI Milan, phone access is generally more routine than at higher-security BOP institutions, though it is still subject to the facility's schedule and the inmate's program status.
FCI Milan's location in southeastern Michigan makes it more accessible to families in the Detroit metropolitan area and other parts of the Midwest compared to more remote federal facilities. In-person visits require advance approval through the BOP visitor application process and are conducted on scheduled visiting days. Remote video visitation is not available at FCI Milan. For families who are new to the federal prison system, the lower-security environment at FCI Milan generally means the communication process is less complicated than at higher-security BOP institutions, though the BOP-wide rules about contact approval and account setup still apply.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
4004 East Arkona Road, Milan, MI 48160
Main Phone
(734) 439-1511
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteVisit and Contact Details
Inmate search, mail, visiting hours, costs, commissary, and bail information for this facility.
Inmate Search
Search inmates on the official roster
Check the spelling of the name carefully, and allow 24 to 72 hours for new arrivals to appear in the roster.
Inmate Name, Register Number, Federal Correctional Institution, P.O. Box 9999, Milan, MI 48160
Include the inmate name and ID on all mail.
Communication Options
Available communication services at FCI Milan.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: CorrLinks
Available. Low-security status generally allows routine CorrLinks access.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Remote video visitation is not available at FCI Milan.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Physical photos by mail only, subject to BOP content guidelines.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: ConnectNetwork
Inmate-initiated calls. More frequent access compared to higher-security BOP facilities.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: ConnectNetwork
Trust fund deposits via ConnectNetwork or BOP money order.
Communication Providers at FCI Milan
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
CorrLinks
Federal electronic messaging. Low-security status means generally more routine access to messaging.
View CorrLinks ServicesConnectNetwork
BOP phone and trust fund services. More frequent phone access typical at low-security facilities.
View ConnectNetwork ServicesCommunication Rules at FCI Milan
- CorrLinks contact requires inmate initiation or approval. You cannot send a message without prior approval.
- Remote video visitation is not available. In-person visits require advance BOP application approval.
- Confirm whether your loved one is in the main FCI or the satellite camp.
- 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 Milan
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I set up messaging at FCI Milan?
- Create a free account at corrlinks.com. Wait for the inmate to send you an invitation or approve your contact request through the TRULINCS system inside the facility. Once approved, you can exchange messages. Low-security facilities like FCI Milan generally have more routine CorrLinks access than higher-security prisons.
- How do I receive phone calls from FCI Milan?
- Create a ConnectNetwork account at connectnetwork.com and add funds linked to your phone number. The inmate will call you from facility phones. FCI Milan inmates typically have access to phones more frequently than those at medium or high-security facilities.
- Can I visit FCI Milan in person?
- Yes. Submit a visitor application (BP-629 form) to FCI Milan and allow time for processing before planning a visit. The facility is about 35 miles from Detroit, making it more accessible to Michigan and Midwest families than many federal prisons. Check bop.gov for current visiting schedules.
- Is there a satellite camp at FCI Milan?
- Yes, FCI Milan has a minimum-security satellite camp on the grounds. The BOP inmate locator at bop.gov will show whether your loved one is in the main FCI or the camp. Both use the same communication platforms, but daily schedules may differ.
- How do I send money to a FCI Milan inmate?
- Use ConnectNetwork at connectnetwork.com to deposit funds into the inmate's trust account. Money orders through the BOP lockbox system and Western Union Quick Collect or MoneyGram are also accepted. Processing takes one to three business days.
- How do I find or search for an inmate at FCI Milan?
- Use the official inmate search at https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/. If the inmate does not appear, allow 24 to 72 hours after booking and try alternate spellings.
- How do I send mail to an inmate at FCI Milan?
- Address mail as follows: Inmate Name, Register Number, Federal Correctional Institution, P.O. Box 9999, Milan, MI 48160. Include the inmate's full name and ID on every envelope.
- Can I receive incoming calls from an inmate at FCI Milan?
- No. Inmates can only call out, so you cannot call an inmate directly. The inmate must call you, and your number must be on their approved list.
- How do I block or stop calls from an inmate at FCI Milan?
- Contact the facility's phone provider and ask to block the number, or block the number through your own phone carrier. You can also ask the facility to remove your number from the inmate's approved list.
- How do I schedule or cancel a video visit at FCI Milan?
- Schedule video visits through the facility's video visit provider or visitation system. Cancel the same way, as early as possible, and check the facility's visitation page for its cancellation rules.
Troubleshooting at FCI Milan
Fix the most common problems families hit with calls, video visits, money, and messaging.
- Why am I not receiving calls from an inmate?
- Inmates can only call out, so you cannot call an inmate directly. If expected calls are not coming through, check your phone's spam or silence-unknown-callers setting, since carriers often block jail numbers. Save the facility's number as a contact, confirm your number is on the inmate's approved list, and check whether your carrier blocks collect or prepaid calls. If several expected calls fail, contact the facility's phone provider support.
- Why is my inmate not showing up in search?
- New arrivals can take 24 to 72 hours to appear in search results, and people in transfer may temporarily disappear from listings. Try alternate spellings and name variations, and make sure you are searching the right system: the federal BOP locator only covers federal inmates, while county and state searches are separate. Some records are withheld for protective custody or sealed cases. If it has been more than a few days, call the facility's records office.
- I sent money but it is not showing in the inmate's account. What should I do?
- Allow processing time first. Electronic deposits can take hours and money orders can take much longer. Check your receipt and confirm the inmate's name and ID matched. Do not send a second payment until the first one is traced, since duplicate payments are hard to reverse. Contact the money-transfer provider's support with your receipt or confirmation number. If the inmate was recently transferred, funds may follow after a delay.
- Why was my video visit cancelled or cut off?
- Most cancellations come from connection problems or conduct-rule violations. Stay in frame, keep your ID ready, follow the dress code, keep other people off camera, and avoid profanity. Visits can also be cancelled for facility lockdowns or schedule changes. For refunds, contact the video provider's support with your visit details.
- What should I do if the facility changed its communications provider?
- Create an account with the new provider, since old accounts and balances do not transfer automatically. Ask the old provider whether refunds are available for unused balances. Confirm the new provider's phone, video, and messaging setup before your next visit or call.
- Why is my CorrLinks invite code not working?
- Invite codes expire, and a code only works for the inmate who sent it. Ask the inmate to send a fresh invite, and enter the code exactly as shown. Also confirm the inmate added you to their approved contact list, since messaging cannot start before that step. See our guide: CorrLinks invite code not working
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