United States Postal Service

2.2
140 reviews

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Visit your local Post Office™ at 1215 31st St NW to find everything you need to send mail and ship packages. Explore our other products and services like money orders, Post Office™ boxes, passports, gift cards, and more

Location

United States Postal Service
1215 31st St NW, Washington, DC
20007, United States

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Reviews

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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Numerous reviews highlighted rude and unhelpful staff, with many customers expressing frustration over poor service and lack of basic courtesy.

Operational Issues

Frequent complaints about the post office not opening on time, closing unexpectedly, and inconsistent hours, causing significant inconvenience to customers.

Staff Competence

Several customers noted a lack of professionalism and competence among staff, with reports of incorrect information and inadequate assistance.

Positive Experiences

Despite the negative feedback, some customers reported positive interactions with specific staff members who provided helpful and friendly service.

Facility Condition

The physical condition of the post office received mixed reviews, with some praising its architecture while others noted cleanliness issues.
  • EB
    erica bosio
    3 days ago
    1.0
    Very unpleasant staff. Didn’t greet me or even raised her head from her phone the whole time I was there. Office closes at unpredictable times for lunch.
  • SS
    Stacrey
    4 days ago
    3.0
    My Customer Service experience has always been fine when I can get in there, but I’ve gone multiple times when they’ve been closed for various reasons during their normal business hours, which is pretty frustrating given how difficult it is to get down there and parking is in that general location.
  • RH
    Renee Hill
    Oct 17, 2025
    5.0
    Parking is tough, but no fault of the office. No line at 4pm on a Friday, and the desk clerk was helpful!
  • JJ
    Jennifer Johnson-Calari
    Sep 18, 2025
    1.0
    The architecture cannot compensate for the rudeness and lack of service of the clerks. One of the worst services I have had in DC post offices in decades.
  • KM
    Kalāhiki Manaokalani
    Sep 5, 2025
    2.0
    System was down to print postage, which I understand. I suggested just buying the adequate stamps to cover a flat rate box but it wasn’t possible either for some reason. Despite being able to pay for tape.

Frequently Asked Questions About United States Postal Service

Can I get a passport application at this Post Office?

Yes, Thousands of Post Offices™ accept first-time passport applications for the U.S. Department of State. Most of those locations can also take your passport photo. Please complete and print your passport application form before you apply.

Is an appointment needed for passport services?

Most Post Offices that offer passport services have set hours, and you'll need to schedule an appointment using our online scheduler. We also offer limited Passport walk-in hours at select locations.