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Who: |
Kerry Wolny, Sierra Coastal District Manager, U.S. Postal Service |
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What: |
Ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new 2,000 square-foot USPS Mega Passport Acceptance Office |
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When: |
10:30 a.m. PT |
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Where: |
Van Nuys Post Office – Mega Passport Office |
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Background: |
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has opened a new 2,000 square-foot Mega Passport Office at the Van Nuys Post Office, located at 15701 Sherman Way in Van Nuys. This new unit has additional staffing and expanded hours to make it easy and convenient to apply for a U.S. passport. There is no appointment required! Walk-in hours are Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed on Sunday and Monday. The new USPS Mega Passport Office serves the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles, including Burbank, Agoura Hills, Canoga Park, Simi Valley, Tarzana, San Fernando, North Hollywood, Woodland Hills and Thousand Oaks. |
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