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New Mexico, United States

Moving in New Mexico: address change checklist

The New Mexico government records to update, from official New Mexico pages, with the deadlines they state. Your bank, utilities, subscriptions and everything else are in the full checklist.

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Deadlines in New Mexico

  • Driver's license and ID: within 10 days
  • Vehicle registration: within 10 days

As stated on the official pages linked below. Check the page before you rely on it.

In New Mexico

Driver's license and ID

Licensed drivers who move must notify the MVD of the new address within 10 days. You can change your address online or send the signed Change of Address form by mail or fax. To show the new address on your card, get a new license or ID at an MVD Field Office.

Deadline: within 10 daysOnlineBy mail
Change Your AddressNew Mexico Motor Vehicle Division. Reviewed

Vehicle registration

Vehicle owners who move must notify the MVD within 10 days, and the same Change of Address form updates vehicle information. Make sure your address is updated before you renew your registration, or change it on a mailed renewal notice before sending it in.

Deadline: within 10 daysOnlineBy mail
Change Your AddressNew Mexico Motor Vehicle Division. Reviewed

Voter registration

New Mexico's online voter registration lets you update your registration if your name or address has changed. To use it, your personal information must match what is on file with the New Mexico MVD.

Online
New Mexico Online Voter RegistrationNew Mexico Secretary of State. Reviewed

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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.

By mailIn personBy phone
Address changesInternal Revenue Service. Reviewed

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.

OnlineIn person
Change of address and mail forwardingUSPS. Reviewed

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.