Change of Address Checklist: Who to Notify When You Move in NYC

You’ve booked the movers and packed the boxes — but there’s one task people forget until mail starts going to the wrong place: updating your address. Use this change of address checklist to know exactly who to notify when you move, so nothing important slips through the cracks during your NYC move.

Start With USPS

File an official change of address with the United States Postal Service first. You can do it online in minutes, and it forwards your mail to your new address for a set period — a safety net while you update everyone else. Set the start date for your move-in day.

Government & Legal

• NY DMV — update your driver’s license and vehicle registration
• Voter registration — re-register at your new address
• IRS — so tax documents reach you
• Social Security, and any benefits programs you’re enrolled in

Financial Accounts

• Banks and credit unions
• Credit card companies
• Loan and mortgage providers
• Insurance: auto, renter’s, health, and life
• Investment and retirement accounts

Utilities & Home Services

Schedule your old services to shut off the day after you leave and your new ones to turn on the day you arrive:

• Electricity and gas
• Internet and cable
• Water (if you pay it separately)
• Trash and recycling (if applicable)

Subscriptions & Everything Else

• Employer (for payroll and tax forms)
• Your doctor, dentist, and pharmacy
• Amazon and other online shopping accounts
• Meal kits, streaming, and subscription boxes
• Gym memberships and any local memberships

Pro Tip: Do It in Waves

Update the essentials (USPS, bank, employer) a week or two before your move, then handle subscriptions after you’re settled. The USPS forwarding period gives you breathing room to catch anything you missed.