ICE Detention at Pottawattamie County Jail
If someone you know is being held here for immigration custody, confirm that they are still at the facility before traveling. If an immigration bond has already been set, Amistad can help with the next steps.
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Pottawattamie County Jail
1400 Big Lake Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Facility Phone: (712) 890-2250
Pottawattamie County operates the jail. ICE uses the facility to house certain immigration detainees. It is not an ICE-owned detention center.
Confirm the Person Is Still in Council Bluffs
ICE may transfer someone after they enter custody. Before traveling: confirm the person remains at Pottawattamie County Jail, check current visitation procedures, and check for a recent transfer.
Immigration Court
Iowa DHS matters fall within the administrative structure of the Omaha Immigration Court (1717 Avenue H, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68110). Council Bluffs is directly across the state line from Omaha, but do not assume a specific hearing solely from geography. Use the person's current hearing notice and EOIR case information.
Pottawattamie County Jail
Council Bluffs, IA
Omaha Immigration Court
Check Current Hearing Notice
Different locations. Different functions.
Bond Already Set?
If you already have the immigration bond amount, call with the name, A-Number, Pottawattamie County Jail and bond amount. You do not need to travel to Council Bluffs or Omaha to begin the Amistad process.
What to Have Ready
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Post the Bond?
If an immigration bond has already been set, call with the person's name, A-Number, detention information and bond amount.
Amistad Bail Bonds provides immigration bond services and is not a law firm. Bond eligibility and amounts are determined by DHS, ICE, or an Immigration Judge with jurisdiction.