Reviewed on: April 05,2026
Send Inmate Mail

How inmates send letters and photos internationally

Thank you for help ! My inmate get the letters, it was really fast. Little question: can he send a letter to me and upload his photos? Problem he had no internet. And i am in Germany and when he send with normal post is during nine days. Thank you so much for help.

Yes, your inmate can absolutely send you letters and photos even without internet access, and there is a faster way for you to receive them.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer October 11,2013 · Send Inmate Mail
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Yes, your inmate can absolutely send you letters and photos even without internet access, and there is a faster way for you to receive them.

With InmateAid’s Response Service, your inmate simply:

  • Writes a normal letter
  • Includes any photos he wants to send
  • Mails everything to the InmateAid address

From there:

  • The letter and photos are received and scanned
  • They are uploaded to your account
  • You get a notification and can read them online right away

This is ideal for international situations like yours in Germany, where regular mail can take 7 to 10 days or longer.

Important points:

  • Your inmate does not need internet or any special setup
  • He just uses regular mail
  • You access everything digitally through your account

It works like a private mailbox, making communication much faster, more reliable, and easier to manage across countries.

Accepted Answer Date Created: October 11,2013
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed April 2026.