Delaware, United States
Moving in Delaware: address change checklist
The Delaware government records to update, from official Delaware pages, with the deadlines they state. Your bank, utilities, subscriptions and everything else are in the full checklist.
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Deadlines in Delaware
- Driver's license and ID: within one month of an address change
- Vehicle registration: within one month of an address change
As stated on the official pages linked below. Check the page before you rely on it.
In Delaware
Driver's license and ID
Delaware law requires residents to notify DMV within one month of an address change. To update your driver license or ID card, go online at dmv.de.gov/OnlineServices or visit any DMV location at no extra fee.
Vehicle registration
Mail the signed change of address form to the Division of Motor Vehicles, Vehicle Services Help Desk, in Dover. After it is processed you receive new vehicle registration cards. State law requires notice within one month of an address change.
Voter registration
You can update your Delaware voter record, including a new address, online at the State of Delaware Voter Portal, in person at any Department of Elections office, or by sending an application by mail, email or fax.
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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.