FMC Rochester
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- Facility Type
- Federal Facility
- Security Level
- Administrative
- Inmate Capacity
- Not available
- Established
- 1984
- Operated By
- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
FMC Rochester Inmate Communication Overview
Federal Medical Center Rochester is an administrative-security federal prison in Olmsted County, Minnesota, that functions as a psychiatric and medical referral center for the Bureau of Prisons. The building previously served as a state mental hospital before being converted for federal use in the 1980s, and it now houses male inmates who need ongoing medical or mental health treatment beyond what a standard institution can offer.
Because FMC Rochester serves a medical and psychiatric population, communication routines can look a little different than at a typical federal prison. CorrLinks still provides electronic messaging through TRULINCS, and the inmate must initiate or approve contact before messages can be exchanged. Some inmates may have limited access to the messaging terminals depending on their treatment plan, so families should be patient if replies take longer than expected. Phone calls run through ConnectNetwork, the standard BOP calling platform.
FMC Rochester does not offer remote video visitation. In-person visits are available and follow standard BOP visiting rules, though it's worth checking ahead of a planned trip in case medical appointments affect scheduling for a specific day. A visitor application and background review are required before a visit can be arranged.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
2110 East Center Street, Rochester, MN 55904
Main Phone
(507) 287-0674
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 and REGISTER NUMBER, FMC Rochester, FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTER, P.O. BOX 4000, ROCHESTER, MN 55903
Include the inmate name and ID on all mail.
Commissary / Sending Money
Do NOT send money to an inmate using this facility address. All funds sent through the mail must be addressed to a processing center in Des Moines, Iowa. Applies to all Federal inmates
Communication Options
Available communication services at FMC Rochester.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: CorrLinks
Available, though response times may vary with an inmate's treatment schedule.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Remote video visitation is not available at FMC Rochester.
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 through the standard BOP phone system.
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 FMC Rochester
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
CorrLinks
Federal messaging via TRULINCS/CorrLinks. Response times can vary depending on an inmate's medical or psychiatric treatment schedule.
View CorrLinks ServicesConnectNetwork
BOP phone system and trust fund deposits, available to the medical and psychiatric inmate population.
View ConnectNetwork ServicesCommunication Rules at FMC Rochester
- CorrLinks contact requires inmate initiation. Create your account first, then wait for the inmate's invitation.
- FMC Rochester is a medical and psychiatric referral center, so messaging and call frequency can vary with treatment schedules.
- 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: FMC Rochester
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I start messaging someone at FMC Rochester?
- 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. Treatment schedules can sometimes slow down response times.
- How do phone calls work at FMC Rochester?
- Phone calls use ConnectNetwork. Create an account at connectnetwork.com and add funds tied to your phone number. The inmate calls you directly, subject to facility scheduling.
- Why is FMC Rochester different from a standard federal prison?
- FMC Rochester is a Federal Medical Center that treats inmates with significant medical or psychiatric needs. Day-to-day routines, including messaging and phone access, can be affected by an individual's treatment plan.
- Can I visit someone at FMC Rochester in person?
- Yes. You must submit a visitor application and pass a background review before being added to the approved visitor list. Confirm visiting availability ahead of your trip, since medical appointments can occasionally affect scheduling.
- How do I send money to an FMC Rochester 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.
- How do I find or search for an inmate at FMC Rochester?
- Use the BOP Inmate Locator at bop.gov/inmateloc. Search by full name and register number. Because Rochester is a medical center, people are often transferred in for treatment, so confirm the current location before mailing or visiting.
- How do I send mail to an inmate at FMC Rochester?
- Address mail as follows: INMATE NAME and REGISTER NUMBER, FMC Rochester, FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTER, P.O. BOX 4000, ROCHESTER, MN 55903. Include the inmate's full name and register number on every envelope.
- Can I visit someone who is in the medical unit at FMC Rochester?
- Visiting depends on the inmate's medical status and housing unit. Contact the facility or the inmate's unit team before traveling to confirm whether visits are permitted and what restrictions apply.
- Can I receive incoming calls from an inmate at FMC Rochester?
- 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 call list.
Troubleshooting at FMC Rochester
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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