ICE Detention at Polk 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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Polk County Jail
1985 NE 51st Place, Des Moines, IA 50313
Facility Phone: (515) 323-5400
Polk County owns and operates the jail. ICE began housing detainees at this facility in 2008, and ICE conducted a follow-up detention compliance inspection there in 2024.
Confirm the Person Is Still in Des Moines
Polk County has been an active Iowa immigration detention location, but ICE transfers can occur. Confirm the current location before traveling.
Immigration Court
EOIR currently places the Des Moines DHS office and Iowa matters within the administrative structure of the Omaha Immigration Court (1717 Avenue H, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68110). The jail is in Des Moines. The immigration court structure is in Nebraska. Use the person's hearing notice to confirm the individual case.
Polk County Jail
Des Moines, 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, Polk County Jail and bond amount. You do not need to travel to Des Moines 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.