Postal Address Change

Notify important government agencies and banks of your change of address

Whether you went through a divorce or relocated for a new job, you will need to alert all official government agencies of your new location. The following may apply to you:

• Social Security
• IRS
• Veterans Administration,
• Motor Vehicle Agencies,
• State Election Services-
• Immigration Services

Go to USPS.com/move to change your address online. This is the fastest and easiest way to notify important government and private services of your new address, and when completed, you will receive an email confirming the changes.There is a small charge to change your address online. You will need a credit or debit card and a valid email address. The charge to your card is an identity verification fee to prevent fraud and make sure you’re the one making the change.

Other Direct Alternatives:

Social Security Administration

Social Security Administration (SSA) – Change your address online using your Social Security account. This applies if you get Social Security retirement, survivors, or disability benefits. Or, if you are enrolled in Medicare, you can change your address using your “My Social Security account.”

Department of Veterans Affairs

If you are a veteran who receives benefit payments or you want to update your records contact the VA.

Immigration

Within 10 days of a move if you are a non-U.S. citizen who is required to register your address with the USCIS.

State Motor Vehicle Agencies

Contact your state DMV Office to change your address on your driver’s license or motor vehicle registration.

State Election Offices

You may need to contact your state election office to change your address on your voter registration record. See how to change your voter registration information.

Courtesy of USA.gov