Moving to a new home or business location in the UK? Updating your address is a crucial step to ensure you don’t miss important documents, bills, or deliveries. Whether you’re a homeowner, tenant, or business owner, this guide will walk you through who to notify and how to update your address hassle-free.

1. Update Your Address with Royal Mail

Before anything else, set up a Royal Mail Redirection to forward post to your new address. This prevents missing important mail while you update contacts.

🔹 Visit the Royal Mail website to set up a redirection for 3, 6, or 12 months.
🔹 Fees apply, but it ensures letters, bills, and packages reach your new location.

2. Notify Government & Official Services

Failing to update your address with government bodies can lead to penalties. Ensure you notify:

🏡 For Home Movers:
✅ DVLA – Update your driving licence and vehicle logbook (Update here).
✅ HMRC – Tax, National Insurance, and Child Benefits (Update here).
✅ Council Tax Office – Notify your local council for tax adjustments.
✅ Electoral Register – Ensure you’re registered to vote at your new address (Update here).

🏢 For Business Movers:
✅ Companies House – Update registered business address (Update here).
✅ HMRC (VAT & PAYE) – Notify tax authorities of your business move.
✅ Business Banking & Insurance – Ensure financial institutions have the correct details.

3. Update Your Utility Providers

Avoid being overcharged by informing utility suppliers before you move.

🔹 For Home & Business Movers:
✅ Gas & Electricity Providers – Submit final meter readings at your old property.
✅ Water Supplier – Update details with your local provider.
✅ Internet & Phone Provider – Schedule a transfer or cancel if switching services.

💡 Tip: Compare energy providers for better deals when moving.

4. Inform Financial & Insurance Providers

Ensure banks, insurers, and financial services have your correct address:

🏡 Home Movers:
✅ Bank & Credit Card Providers – Avoid security issues by keeping your address up to date.
✅ Pension & Investments – Update your details for policy security.
✅ Home & Car Insurance – Your address affects premiums, so notify your insurer.

🏢 Business Movers:
✅ Business Bank Accounts & Loans – Prevent disruptions in transactions.
✅ Commercial Insurance – Ensure your new premises are covered.

5. Update Online Shopping & Subscriptions

📦 Avoid missed deliveries by updating your address with:
✅ Amazon, eBay & Retail Accounts
✅ Streaming Services (Netflix, Sky, Spotify, etc.)
✅ Magazine & Food Box Subscriptions

6. Notify Schools, Employers & Healthcare Services

🏡 Home Movers:
✅ GP & Dentist – Register at a local practice if moving far.
✅ Employer & Payroll – Update your address to avoid payment issues.
✅ Schools & Universities – Notify institutions of your new address.

🏢 Business Movers:
✅ Clients & Suppliers – Avoid delivery mix-ups by informing key contacts.
✅ Staff & Payroll – Ensure correct payroll and tax records.

7. Inform Family, Friends & Memberships

🏡 For Home Movers:
✅ Let friends & family know your new address for mail and visits.
✅ Update gym, clubs, and social memberships.

🏢 For Businesses:
✅ Update your website, business cards & signage to reflect your new location.
✅ Send a change of address email to clients & partners.

Final Checks Before You Move

✔ Double-check all notifications have been sent.
✔ Keep a list of updated contacts for reference.
✔ Set up mail redirection for at least 3 months.

Moving doesn’t have to be stressful! If you’re relocating your home or business, MNM Removals offers professional moving services across the UK.

📞 Contact us on 0800 0025 543 today for a smooth, stress-free move!
🌐 www.mnmremovals.co.uk

📍 contact@mnmremovals.co.uk