Media Advisory: Merrifield Post Office offers special session for passport application process

WHAT:
Passport Fair

WHEN:
Saturday, January 20, 2007
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

WHERE:
Merrifield Post Office
Room 108
8409 Lee Hwy
Merrifield VA 22081

WHO:
Postal Service passport acceptance representatives

DETAILS:
A new law takes effect January 23, 2007, requiring that Americans show passports when returning by air from Canada, Mexico and other locations in the Western Hemisphere. In order to assist more customers, a passport fair is being held. The passport fair is open to the public. Passport photo service will also be available. To apply for a passport be sure to bring the following items:

Passport Application (available at the event)
Proof of U.S. citizenship
Proof of identity
Two identical color passport photos (we will provide photo services)
Passport fees (check or money order for payment)
Children under 14 will need consent from both parents

For specific details on the list of items above, visit www.usps.com/passport. You’ll receive your passport within six weeks from the time Passport Agencies receive your complete application. If you need your passport sooner, you can request expedited processing with Express Mail service for an additional fee.

CONTACT:
Deborah Yackley, (301)-548-1465, deborah.a.yackley@usps.gov

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