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R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility
Address, Mail & Visiting Guide

How to write to, mail something to, and visit someone at R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility. Last reviewed October 2026. Always confirm details on the official CDCR page.

Operated By
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)
Phone
(619) 661-6500
Facility Address
R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility
480 Alta Rd
San Diego
CA 92179
About
State prison
📇 What you'll need: the person's full legal name and their CDCR number (a letter followed by five digits, such as A12345). Mail, visits and deposits all use it to route correctly.
How to Send Mail

The official CDCR page for this institution does not list an inmate mailing address, so check it before you send anything. Use the person's full name, CDCR number and housing assignment on every letter.

Visiting

Visitors must be approved by CDCR before the first visit, and visits are scheduled in advance through the CDCR Visitation Scheduling Application (VSA). Days and hours differ by institution, so check the official CDCR page for this prison and book before you travel.

Confirm the current phone, tablet and video vendor on the official CDCR page, since these can change.

Official CDCR page for R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility →

Sending Money

Deposit options and fees depend on the vendor your state uses and change from time to time. Our guide to sending money covers the common methods, and the official CDCR page lists the approved ones.

⚠️ Double-check before you send anything. Facility rules, addresses and approved vendors can change with little notice. Confirm current details on the official CDCR page before mailing letters, packages or money.
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