ICE Detention

Houston Contract Detention Facility

Address, contact, visitation hours and detainee-location guide for Houston Contract Detention Facility, an ICE detention facility in Houston, Texas.

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Houston Contract Detention Facility is an ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) detention facility located in Houston, Texas. It falls under the Houston Field Office ERO field office area of responsibility.

Facility quick reference

Item	Detail
Facility name	Houston Contract Detention Facility
Street address	15850 Export Plaza Drive
City, State, ZIP	Houston, TX 77032
Facility main phone	(281) 449-1481
ERO field office main phone	(281) 985-8400
ERO field office	Houston Field Office
ICE detainee locator	locator.ice.gov
Official ICE page	ice.gov/detain/detention-facilities/houston-contract-detention-facility
Last verified	2026-05-27

How to locate or contact a detainee

To locate someone in ICE custody, use the ICE Online Detainee Locator System at locator.ice.gov. You will need the person’s A-number (Alien Registration Number) and country of birth, or their full name, country of birth, and date of birth.

To reach a detainee held at this facility, call (281) 449-1481 and leave the detainee’s full name, A-number, and a phone number where you can be reached; the facility relays the message. Detainees cannot receive incoming calls — they place outgoing calls themselves. Have the person’s biographical information ready when you call (full legal name and any aliases, date of birth, and country of birth). Contact and visitation hours vary by facility — confirm current hours by calling (281) 449-1481 or checking the official ICE page linked above.

Sending mail, commissary funds, and personal items

Letters and packages sent to a detainee must show the detainee’s full name, the last four digits of their A-number, and the housing unit/bunk number, along with the sender’s name and return address. All incoming mail is inspected for contraband — it is opened and screened but not read. Detainees may send and seal their own outgoing mail. Rules for commissary (account) deposits and permitted personal items vary by facility; confirm the current procedure and any approved vendor by calling (281) 449-1481 before sending money or items.

Legal access, attorneys, and immigration court information

Detainees have the right to speak with an attorney, and attorney–client visits and calls are confidential. For information about a case before the immigration court (EOIR), call the automated hotline 1-800-898-7180 (have the A-number ready). For a matter before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), call (703) 305-0289. Applications for relief from removal must be filed directly with the immigration court handling the case. If you cannot afford an attorney, the immigration court can provide a list of pro bono legal service providers — see the related resources below.

Feedback, complaints, and oversight

To report a concern about conditions at this facility or the conduct of an ICE or contract employee, contact the ERO Houston Field Office that oversees this facility, or file a complaint with the DHS Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (CRCL) at [email protected], or the DHS Office of Inspector General (OIG) hotline at 1-800-323-8603. Complaints can be filed regardless of immigration status.

Know Your Rights — what to do if ICE detains you: /know-your-rights/
EOIR immigration court schedules and procedures: /immigration-court/
BIA-recognized legal-aid organizations in Texas: /legal-aid/bia-recognized/by-state/tx/
Other ICE detention facilities in Texas: /ice-detention/by-state/tx/
All facilities under the Houston Field Office: /ice-detention/by-ero-field-office/houston/

Frequently asked questions

How do I locate a detainee at Houston Contract Detention Facility?

Call the facility at (281) 449-1481 or use the ICE Online Detainee Locator System at locator.ice.gov. You will need the detainees full name, alien registration (A-number) if known, date of birth, and country of birth.

What are visiting hours at Houston Contract Detention Facility?

See the Hours of Visitation section below for current visiting periods. All visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID and may be subject to search. Schedules are subject to change without notice.

Can an attorney visit a detainee outside posted visiting hours?

Yes. Attorney visits are permitted seven days a week, generally between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., subject to facility rules. Attorneys should bring a government-issued photo ID, bar card, and the detainees A-number.

What is the difference between the facility phone and the ERO Field Office phone?

The facility phone ((281) 449-1481) is for detainee location and direct facility questions. The ERO Field Office phone ((281) 985-8400) handles broader regional inquiries including ICE check-in, supervision, and reporting requirements.

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