San Diego / Southern California Region — Las Colinas Detention & Reentry Facility
At Prose Justice, we are dedicated to ensuring that immigrant families can maintain connections with their loved ones by providing reliable transportation to detention centers.
— Las Colinas Detention & Reentry Facility (ICE Contract)
Location & Contact
Las Colinas Detention & Reentry Facility
211 West San Ysidro Boulevard
San Ysidro, CA 92173, USA
📞 Main Phone: (619) 661-6500
Las Colinas Detention & Reentry Facility is operated by the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department and functions as a primary detention, intake, and reentry facility, including housing for individuals subject to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. Due to its location near the U.S.–Mexico border, the facility plays a significant role in immigration-related detention, processing, and transfer activity in the San Diego region.
Individuals may be held at Las Colinas following local arrest, transfer from other county facilities, or ICE placement. ICE detainees are typically overseen by the ICE San Diego Field Office and may be transferred to other ICE-contracted detention centers within California or out of state, often with limited notice.
2.3k
Families Served
1.5k
Transportation Rides Provided
50
Community Events Hosted
Visitation Information
Visitation Information
On-Site & Video Visits
Visitation at Las Colinas is dependent on housing assignment, custody classification, and ICE status. Because the facility serves as both a detention and reentry center, visitation schedules may change frequently, particularly for ICE detainees subject to transfer or court movement.
General Visitation Guidelines:
Advance scheduling is required
Video visitation is commonly used and may be the primary option
In-person visitation for ICE detainees may be limited
Visitation privileges may be suspended due to transfers, lockdowns, or reclassification
⚠️ ICE-related transfers near the border can occur rapidly. Families should confirm visitation status before traveling.
Nearby Airports & Travel Logistics
Nearby Airports & Travel Logistics
Closest Major Airport:
San Diego International Airport (SAN) – approx. 20–30 minutes
Ground Transportation:
Car travel is recommended
Rideshare services widely available
Public transit options (trolley and bus) are available but may require coordination
Parking is generally available near the facility, but visitors should allow extra time for border-area traffic and security delays.
Sending Money or Mail
Sending Money or Mail
Money / Commissary:
Funds can be deposited through approved online vendors or on-site kiosks
Detainees may use funds for commissary items, phone credits, and personal necessities
Mail:
Include detainee full legal name and A-Number
Mail is inspected for security; prohibited items will be rejected
Ensure return address is accurate for correspondence
Visit Duration and Tips:
Visit Duration & Travel Tips
Las Colinas is located in southern San Diego County near the U.S.–Mexico border
ICE detainees may be held for short-term processing or longer detention periods
Transfers may occur with little or no advance notice
Court schedules, reentry programming, or ICE movements may interrupt visitation
Families should prepare for rapid custody changes
Local Resources & Family Support
Families impacted by ICE detention at Las Colinas Detention & Reentry Facility often experience:
Sudden detention near border checkpoints or enforcement zones
Rapid transfers to distant ICE detention centers
Difficulty confirming ICE custody or movement status
Transportation, scheduling, and financial strain
IDSN (Immigration Detainee Support Network) supports families by:
Assisting with detainee location and ICE custody confirmation
Coordinating transportation and visit planning in the San Diego region
Preparing families for visitation, transfer, or reentry transitions
Offering guidance during short-term, high-turnover detention periods
IDSN’s mission is to maintain family connection, clarity, and continuity of support, even in fast-moving border-region detention environments.
