Tavernier PO to Host Passport Fairs

For the convenience of Florida Keys residents planning a vacation outside the country, the Tavernier Post Office, 91220 Overseas Highway, has scheduled two Passport Fairs --- Saturday, June 28, and Saturday, July 26 --- from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

“If you’re planning a vacation and needing a passport, make the Tavernier Post Office the first stop of your journey,” said Tavernier Postmaster Eduardo Suarez. “For customer convenience, we’re hosting two Passport Fairs on Saturdays and not requiring appointments.”

Here's what you'll need:

1. Proof of American citizenship or naturalization (a state-issued certified birth certificate with parents’ information, a previous offi­cial passport, or a naturalization certificate if you are foreign-born)

2. One officially acceptable state or government photo ID (a driver’s license or military ID) 

3. One recent photograph that meets specific passport requirements (Tavernier Post Office will offer photo opportunities --- two for $15 --- at the Passport Fairs.)

4. Passport application, which can be downloaded and should be completed prior to visiting the Post Office (available at www.travel.state.gov).  Please do not sign the form ahead of time.

5. Payment for services rendered:         

                                          Adult (16 Years and Older)               Minor (Under 16 Years)

Passport Book & Card:        $140.00                                            $95.00

Passport Book:                     $110.00                                            $80.00

Passport Card:                      $  30.00                                            $15.00

Passport fees are payable to the U.S. Department of State via personal check or money order. In addition, each passport application requires a $25 execution fee payable to the U.S. Postal Service.  This fee is payable via debit or credit card, cash, money order or check. For customer convenience, the Tavernier Post Office sells money orders at the retail counter.

Need to expedite your application?  The U.S. Department of State charges an additional $60 fee for expedited processing, providing your passport in three weeks or less. Regular processing is four to six week. Priority Mail Express from the U.S. Postal Service is available to expedite your application to, and your passport from, the U.S. Department of State. At the Passport Fairs, Postmaster Suarez and his team of Retail Associates will be available to provide information on Priority Mail Express service.