How to change mailing address when moving

Congratulations on your move! Changing your mailing address is an important step to ensure that you receive important mail and packages at your new location. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you update your mailing address:

Update Your Mailing Address with the US Postal Service (USPS)

  1. Fill out a Change of Address form: You can download and print the form from the USPS website or pick one up at your local post office.
  2. Provide required information: Fill out the form with your current and new addresses, as well as your name and other relevant details.
  3. Sign and date the form: Make sure to sign and date the form to confirm the changes.
  4. Mail the form: Send the completed form to the USPS at the address listed on the form.

Update Your Mailing Address with Other Organizations

  1. Notify your bank and credit card companies: Contact your bank and credit card companies to update your address on file.
  2. Update your address with online services: Notify online services like Amazon, Netflix, and other subscription services of your address change.
  3. Inform your employer and HR department: If you're employed, notify your HR department and update your address on file.
  4. Update your address with insurance companies: Notify your insurance companies, including health, auto, and home insurance providers.
  5. Inform your utility companies: Update your address with your utility companies, such as electricity, gas, water, and internet providers.
  6. Notify your voter registration office: Update your voter registration information with your new address.
  7. Inform your magazine and newspaper subscriptions: Update your address with your magazine and newspaper subscriptions.

Additional Tips

  1. Update your address with online directories: Update your address with online directories like Whitepages, PeopleFinder, and other public directories.
  2. Notify your friends and family: Let your friends and family know about your address change to ensure they can reach you at your new location.
  3. Keep a record of your updates: Keep a record of all the organizations and services you've updated with your new address to ensure you don't miss anyone.
  4. Verify your updates: Double-check that your updates have been processed correctly by contacting the organizations and services you've notified.

Remember to update your address at least 2 weeks before your move to ensure a smooth transition.