By Lucie Wishart FNAEA DipREA on 26th Sep 2024, 3 weeks ago

Change of address check list

Change of address check list

We hope you'll find this checklist helpful, it covers most of the important contacts and services to notify when you change address, helping to ensure smooth transitions and avoiding any interruptions in your services or communication.

Don’t forget to consider the whole family, children and pets included!

Personal Checklist

Inform family and friends of your new address.
Update your details with any subscriptions (e.g., magazines, newsletters).
Notify any social clubs, churches, or voluntary organisations.

Royal Mail Redirection

Consider setting up a mail redirection service with Royal Mail to forward any post from your old address to your new one for a specified period.

Estate Agent/Solicitor

Inform your estate agent and solicitor handling your move to ensure all property-related documents are sent to the correct address.

Charity Donations

If you make regular donations to charities, update your address for communication and gift aid purposes.

Home Security/Alarm Providers

Inform your home security or alarm company of your new address if you have monitoring services.

Neighbourhood Watch

If you’re part of a Neighbourhood Watch or other community safety programmes, let them know your new address.

Local Clubs/Societies

Notify any local clubs, hobby groups, or societies you belong to, such as a book club, tennis club, or wine-tasting group.

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Employer/Business

Notify your employer (HR department) to update your address for payroll, benefits, and records.

If you’re part of a workplace pension scheme, ensure they have your updated details.

If you are enrolled in a workplace childcare scheme or childcare vouchers programme, make sure your employer updates your details.

Professional Licensing Authorities

If applicable, inform any professional licensing boards (e.g., for doctors, lawyers, engineers) of your address change.

Professional Networking Sites

Update your address (if applicable) on professional networking platforms such as LinkedIn.

Government Checklist

HMRC/Inland Revenue

Update your address for income tax, National Insurance, and self-assessment records via your personal tax account.

Local Council

Contact your local council for council tax adjustments.
Notify the council for changes to waste collection services.

Electoral Register

Child Benefit

Update your address with HMRC if you are receiving child benefit.

Financial Checklist

Current Account

Inform your bank to update your personal and banking details.

Credit Cards

Notify credit card companies of your new address to prevent missed statements.

Store Cards

If you have store cards or accounts with credit companies, notify them of your change of address.

Savings Accounts

Update your address with all savings accounts providers.

Share Register/Premium Bonds

Notify investment providers (including share registrars and premium bond holders) of your new address.

Private Pension

Contact your pension providers to ensure your records are up-to-date.

Insurance Providers

Home Insurance: Notify your insurer of your move to update your policy.
Car Insurance: Update your details with your car insurance company.
Life Insurance: Ensure your life insurance provider has your new address.
Travel Insurance: Contact your travel insurance provider to update records.
Other Insurance: This includes pet, income protection, and health insurance.

Hire Purchase Providers

Notify any hire purchase or finance agreements (e.g., cars, furniture) of your new address.

Student Loans Company

Update your address with the Student Loans Company for correspondence and repayment details.

Loyalty Cards

Inform companies managing your loyalty cards (e.g., supermarket points cards) of your new address.

Subscription Boxes

Update your address for any subscription box services (e.g., beauty, meal kits, wine, or book subscriptions).

Online Shopping Accounts

Update your address with major online retailers (e.g., Amazon, eBay), to avoid deliveries going to your old address.

Utilities Checklist

Water, Gas, Electricity

Contact your current and new utility providers to transfer or cancel services and ensure final meter readings are recorded.

Landline/TV Licence/Digital TV

Landline: Inform your provider to transfer or cancel your service.
TV Licence: Notify the TV Licensing Authority to transfer or update your licence.
Digital TV/Radio & subscription : Update your details with any subscription services (e.g., Sky, Virgin Media, Spotify).

Broadband/Mobile Phone

Inform your broadband provider of your new address and arrange for services to be transferred or cancelled.
Notify your mobile provider to update billing information.

Motoring Checklist

DVLA

Notify the DVLA to update your driving licence details.
Inform them of changes to your vehicle registration address.

Breakdown Cover

Update your breakdown cover (e.g., AA, RAC) provider with your new address.

Car Finance

If applicable, inform your car finance provider of your move.

Health Checklist

Health Insurance/Private Medical Providers

Notify any private health insurance providers or private healthcare services you use.

Doctor

Dentist/Optician

Notify your current dentist and optician and find new local practices if needed.

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Pets

Inform your veterinarian and check if a new vet closer to your new home is required.

Notify your pet insurance provider to ensure your policy remains valid at your new address.
Update microchip details

Entertainment Checklist

Film/TV Rental

Update any streaming or rental service accounts (e.g., Netflix, Amazon).

Gym/Sports Clubs

Inform your gym or sports clubs of your move and update your billing details or membership location.

Newsagent

Update your address for any newspaper delivery services.

Magazine Subscriptions

Notify your magazine subscription providers of your new address.

Library

Update your details with your local library.

Additional Contacts for Families

Schools/Colleges/Universities

Update your child’s school/nursery, and if you are a student, notify your college or university.

Childcare Providers

If your children attend nurseries, childminders, or after-school clubs, be sure to notify them of the address change.

School Transport Services

If your children use a school bus or private transport service, inform them of the new address to ensure proper pickup and drop-off arrangements.

Babysitters/Nannies/Au Pairs

Notify your babysitter, nanny, or au pair about your new address to update their work arrangements.

Family Health Records

If any family members are receiving ongoing treatments, inform your healthcare providers or specialists, especially for chronic illnesses, therapists, or special needs services.

Sports Teams/Youth Organisations

If your children are involved in sports teams, scouts, girl guides, or other youth organisations, make sure their details are updated with the new address.

School Lunch Programmes

If your children are enrolled in a school lunch programme or receive free school meals, update their records with the new address.

Religious Institutions

Inform any churches, temples, or mosques you and your family attend, especially if they send regular communications or have a close-knit community.

Private Tutors

If your children have private tutors, ensure they are aware of the new address for future sessions.

Child Savings Accounts/Junior ISAs

If your children have savings accounts, Junior ISAs, or any other investment accounts, notify the relevant banks or financial institutions.

Children’s Magazines/Subscriptions

Update the address for any children's magazine subscriptions or other regular deliveries such as educational materials or activity kits.

Family Lawyers

If your family has a family solicitor for matters such as wills or custody, be sure to inform them of the move.

Healthcare Specialists

If your family relies on specific healthcare specialists (e.g., speech therapists, occupational therapists), ensure they are informed of your new address.

Fostering or Adoption Agencies