Federal Detention Center, Honolulu (FDC Honolulu)

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Phone:
808-532-4200
Physical Address:
351 Elliott Street Honolulu, HI 96819

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Federal Detention Center – Honolulu, Hawaii

Address: 351 Elliott Street, Honolulu, HI 96819
Phone: (808) 838-4200
Fax: (808) 838-4507
Facility Type: Federal Detention Center
Managed By: Federal Bureau of Prisons
Official Website:
FDC Honolulu

🏢 Facility Overview

The Federal Detention Center (FDC) Honolulu is an administrative-security federal prison located adjacent to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, Hawaii. Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, the facility houses male and female inmates of all security levels, including pretrial detainees, holdovers, and individuals serving short-term sentences. The 12-story facility opened in 2001 and has a capacity of approximately 695 inmates. As of recent reports, it houses around 310 inmates.

👥 Inmate Classification

  • Population: Adult males and females
  • Security Level: Administrative

Inmates are housed based on classification status, considering legal status, behavior, and specific housing needs.

🕒 Visitation Information

Visitation Schedule:

  • Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday & Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Visitor Requirements:

  • All visitors must be pre-approved and present a valid government-issued photo ID.
  • Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an approved adult and present a birth certificate.
  • Visitors must comply with the facility’s dress code and visitation rules.

For more details and to confirm visitation times, please refer to the facility’s visitation guidelines:
Visitation Information

📬 Sending Mail to Inmates

All correspondence must be addressed as follows:

[Inmate's Full Name], Register Number
FDC Honolulu
P.O. Box 30080
Honolulu, HI 96820

Mail Guidelines:

  • Include the inmate’s full name and register number.
  • Mail must have a return address with the sender’s full name.
  • Only letters and standard-sized photographs are accepted.
  • Prohibited items include checks, cash, stamps, or any items that could pose a security risk.

All mail is subject to inspection and must comply with facility regulations. For detailed mail policies, refer to the facility’s mail guidelines:
Inmate Mail Information

📞 Communication Services

  • Phone Services: Inmates have access to telephones in each housing unit for outgoing calls. Calls can be made via collect call or pre-paid account through the facility’s phone service provider. All phone calls are monitored and recorded.
  • Email Services: The facility uses the Trust Fund Limited Inmate Computer System (TRULINCS) to allow inmates to send and receive electronic messages. All messages are subject to monitoring and approval.

📚 Inmate Programs & Services

  • Educational Programs: GED and life skills classes.
  • Recreational Activities: Access to outdoor recreation areas and indoor activities.
  • Religious Services: Multi-faith services and counseling.
  • Medical Services: 24/7 healthcare access provided by qualified medical staff.
  • Psychology Services: Screening, assessment, and treatment of mental health issues, including individual and group counseling.
  • Substance Abuse Programs: Non-Residential Drug Abuse Treatment Program (NR-DAP) and Drug Abuse Education Course.
  • Reentry Programs: The Pu’a Foundation Reentry Program offers trauma-informed care grounded in Hawaiian culture, focusing on families affected by trauma and incarceration, with an emphasis on women, girls, and Native Hawaiian participants.

⚖️ Legal Assistance

For legal support regarding an inmate at the Federal Detention Center in Honolulu, please visit Immigration Legal Help.

🔗 Additional Resources