How to mail a letter to an inmate at Ely State Prison
To write to someone held at Ely State Prison, address your envelope to the inmate's full committed name and NDOC ID number, Ely State Prison, 4569 North State Route 490, Ely, NV 89301. Ely State Prison is a state prison in Ely, Nevada, operated by the Nevada Department of Corrections.
Inmate mail — Ely State Prison
[Inmate's full committed name] [NDOC ID number] Ely State Prison 4569 North State Route 490 Ely, NV 89301
Put the inmate's full committed name and NDOC ID number on the first line, and mail to the institution's inmate-mail address here — not its street address. Mail without a usable name and NDOC ID number is returned.
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Key facts
- Send mail to Ely State Prison, 4569 North State Route 490, Ely, NV 89301 — the institution's inmate-mail address, not its street address.
- Nevada sends mail to each institution directly. Address it to the incarcerated person’s full name and NDOC ID number, then the facility’s own mailing address. Write the person’s name and ID number on the back of any photos.
- Include your full name and return address. Mail without the NDOC ID number or a return address can be rejected.
- Incoming mail is opened and inspected for contraband. As of 2026 NDOC is rolling out digital conversion of general mail (viewed on tablets or kiosks) — a contested change, so verify the current method before a time-sensitive letter.
- Confirm the person’s current facility on NDOC’s inmate search before mailing — people are transferred between facilities without notice.
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How to send your letter
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Confirm the person is still at Ely State Prison
Inmates are transferred between facilities without notice. Confirm they are still at Ely State Prison — and double-check the NDOC ID number — before you mail anything, using the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC)'s official inmate locator.
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Address it exactly
First line: the inmate's full committed name and NDOC ID number. Then Ely State Prison, 4569 North State Route 490, Ely, NV 89301. Add your full return address.
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Keep the contents allowed
Plain letter-size paper is safest. Do not enclose cash, stamps, gift cards, or any object other than paper — prohibited items get the whole letter rejected. Check the mail rules above before adding photos.
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Common questions
How do I address a letter to an inmate at Ely State Prison?
Put the inmate's full committed name and NDOC ID number on the first line, then Ely State Prison, 4569 North State Route 490, Ely, NV 89301. Include your full first and last name and return address on the envelope.
Is mail to Ely State Prison opened, read, or scanned?
Expect it to be. Incoming personal mail is opened and inspected for contraband and can be read under the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC)'s rules.
What can I send to Ely State Prison — photos, cards, or books?
Photos are generally allowed (write the person’s name and NDOC ID on the back); no polaroids, and nothing nude or sexually explicit. Books and magazines must be mailed directly by the publisher or an approved vendor, not in personal mail.
What can't I mail to Ely State Prison?
Do not send: Cash, checks, money orders, or postage stamps; Packages or any item other than letters and photos (no polaroids, laminated items, or enclosures); Nude, sexually explicit, or contraband-promoting content; Stickers, glitter, glue, tape, perfume, lipstick, or crayon/marker; Books or magazines not mailed directly from the publisher. Prohibited items get the letter rejected or destroyed.
What if the person has been transferred or released?
The letter will not reliably reach them or come back to you. Confirm they are still at Ely State Prison before mailing, since the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) moves people without notice.
Can the inmate write back to me?
Yes, if you include a complete return address. Inmates can send outgoing mail, though they may need to cover their own postage. PostPal prints your return address for you.
Sources
Addresses verified August 2026 against official sources. Always confirm on the official site before time-sensitive filings.
See the full Nevada inmate mail rules — what you can and can’t send, photos & more →