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March 14, 2024

The Postal Service is providing options for obtaining a passport

Upcoming passport fair in South Gate, CA

Two US Passport books and a picture identification card on top of a world map.

What:

The Postal Service will be hosting a passport fair in the South Gate, CA to assist customers in preparing for travel needs.

Appointments will not be required at these events, but due to time constraints, a limited number of applications will be accepted. Customers are encouraged to show up early. Photos available on site for a fee.

When:

Sunday, March 17, 2024

Where:

South Gate Post Office
10120 Wright Road
South Gate, CA 90280
Time: 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Background:

To help speed up the process, customers should fill out forms ahead of time. Application forms, information on costs and how to apply for a passport book and/or passport card can be found at usps.com/passport or travel.state.gov/passport. Customers can also obtain passport information by phone, in English and Spanish, by calling the National Passport Information Center toll-free at (877) 487-2778. The Postal Service requires an acceptance fee of $35 made payable to USPS.

To apply for a passport, applicants need a valid form of photo identification and proof of citizenship. Onsite photo available for a fee.

Proof of identification — Customers may submit items such as the following containing their signature and a photograph that is a good likeness of them: Current or previous U.S. passport, naturalization certificate, certificate of citizenship or a current and valid driver’s license, government ID or military ID.

A photocopy of the identification – front and back – must be submitted with the passport application. Many post offices do provide photocopy service for an added fee.

Proof of citizenship includes any one of the following:

  1. Certified birth certificate issued by the city, county, or state.
  2. Naturalization certificate or certificate of citizenship, and
  3. An expired passport.

Children Under 16 (state.gov) Both parents/guardians must authorize the issuance of a child’s passport. The best way to give consent is for both parents/guardians to go with the child when applying.

Please visit Passport Application & Passport Renewal | USPS to see if you’re eligible to renew by mail.

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