St Louis – Many St Louis Post Offices will offer “Passport Fairs”, with extra staffing and some with extended passport hours on July 22, 2017 to help travelers prepare for international trips.  “Many families are now making plans for summer trips. If those plans involve travel abroad, this is the perfect opportunity to get that necessary Passport”, said Postmaster Cathy Vaughn.

“Passport applicants must apply in person so many customers, especially families with children, appreciate the convenience of Saturday hours,” said Postmaster Vaughn.  “With just one visit to the Post Office, the passport application process can be completed.”

Applicants must provide an Application for Passport Form DS-11.  To save some time, the form may be downloaded from the USPS website, www.usps.com/passport for completion before you arrive at the post office.  The form will also be available at the passport fair.

Applicants, including infants, must present a proof of U.S. citizenship: a previous U.S. passport or a certified birth certificate issued by a city, county or state, a Consular Report of Birth Abroad, a Certification of Birth, a Naturalization Certificate, or a Certificate of Citizenship.  A picture ID is also required.  Go online at http://travel.state.gov/passport for more information.

Postmaster Vaughn recommends visiting the Post Office as early as possible to apply for your passport - at least 2 months or earlier before your departure - to avoid any extra costs involved in expediting your application.

Information on the cost and how to apply for a passport book and/or passport card can be found at www.usps.com/passport/ or travel.state.gov. U.S. citizens may also obtain passport information by phone, in English and Spanish, by calling the National Passport Information Center toll-free at 1.877.487.2778.

Below are the St Louis offices holding a Fair this Saturday. Please call for hours as they will vary.

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