Connecticut, United States
Moving in Connecticut: address change checklist
The Connecticut government records to update, from official Connecticut pages, with the deadlines they state. Your bank, utilities, subscriptions and everything else are in the full checklist.
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Deadlines in Connecticut
- Driver's license and ID: within 48 hours of any change of address
- Vehicle registration: within 48 hours of any change of address
As stated on the official pages linked below. Check the page before you rely on it.
In Connecticut
Driver's license and ID
Connecticut residents with a driver's license, non-driver ID or vehicle registration must update DMV within 48 hours of any address change. You can update online, and you place a new address label on the back of your license or ID.
Vehicle registration
Connecticut vehicle registration holders must update DMV within 48 hours of an address change, and online options are available. On your registration document, cross out the old address and write the new one in the space provided.
Voter registration
When you change your address with CT DMV, the change of address form is used to update your voter registration record unless you mark it as not for voter registration. You can also register to vote online through the Secretary of the State's office.
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Internal Revenue Service
Tell the IRS by using your new address when you file, by sending Form 8822 or a signed written statement, or by telling them in person or by phone.
Mail forwarding
Change your address with USPS online or at your local Post Office. Mail is then forwarded to your new address. Standard mail forwarding lasts 12 months.
General information from official sources, not legal advice. Rules can differ for commercial licences, leased vehicles and other special cases; the linked page has the details.