Visit someone in prison
Because of coronavirus (COVID-19), there are restrictions around visiting someone in prison in England or Wales. You will need to contact the prison you would like to visit to find out what you need to do.
There are other ways to stay in touch with someone in prison.
There are different rules if you’re in Scotland or Northern Ireland.
If you’re eligible to visit
Contact the prison to arrange a visit.
When you must not visit
You cannot visit someone in prison if:
- you’re self-isolating, for example because you’ve been told to by NHS Test and Trace or you’ve tested positive for COVID-19
- you need to quarantine because you recently entered the UK
If you’re visiting in a group
Contact the prison to check how many people are allowed to visit.
Physical contact with someone in prison
Children under 11 can have physical contact with someone in prison.
Some prisons might also let you (and other visitors aged 11 or over) have physical contact with someone in prison. You’ll need to test negative for COVID-19 on the day of the prison visit.