When moving how to change mailing address
Congratulations on your upcoming move! Changing your mailing address is an essential 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:
1. Notify the United States Postal Service (USPS)
- Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com) and click on "Change of Address" under the "Move" tab.
- Fill out the online form with your old and new addresses, as well as your name and other relevant information.
- Pay the $1.05 fee using a credit or debit card.
- You can also submit a paper form at your local post office.
2. Update your address with online services
- Amazon: Log in to your Amazon account, go to "Account & Lists" > "Account Settings" > "Address Book" and update your address.
- UPS: Go to the UPS website (www.ups.com) and log in to your account. Click on "My Account" > "Address Book" and update your address.
- FedEx: Log in to your FedEx account, go to "My Account" > "Address Book" and update your address.
- Online banking and bill pay: Contact your bank or credit union to update your address for online banking and bill pay services.
3. Notify your creditors and service providers
- Credit cards: Contact your credit card companies to update your address.
- Loans and mortgages: Notify your lenders to update your address.
- Utilities: Contact your utility providers (electricity, gas, water, internet, cable, etc.) to update your address.
- Insurance: Notify your insurance companies (health, auto, home, etc.) to update your address.
- Subscription services: Update your address with subscription services like Netflix, Hulu, and streaming platforms.
4. Update your address with government agencies
- Social Security Administration: Notify the SSA to update your address.
- IRS: File Form 8822 with the IRS to update your address.
- Voter registration: Update your voter registration information with your state or local election office.
5. Notify your employer and HR department
- If you're employed, notify your HR department and update your address with your employer.
6. Update your address with other relevant parties
- Schools: Notify your children's schools to update their address.
- Employment agencies: Update your address with employment agencies or staffing companies.
- Professional associations: Notify professional associations or trade organizations to update your address.
Remember to update your address with all relevant parties to ensure a smooth transition to your new location.