Aadhaar Card Address Change - How To Change Address In Aadhaar Card Online?

Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique number that acts as an identity proof of residents in India. It is unique to each resident and can be obtained voluntarily by providing basic biometric and demographic data to the UIDAI or the Unique Identification Authority of India. However, one must note that Aadhaar is just proof of residence and not citizenship of India. 

There can be many reasons to change your address in Aadhaar, such as relocating, spelling, or pincode errors. Although demographic and biometric details can only be updated at Aadhaar registered centres, you can update only your address online without visiting any centre. The guide for Aadhaar card address change online is shared further. 

Aadhaar Card Address Change Form

The form to update your address will be available on the myAdhaar portal, if you are choosing the online mode of updation. Alternatively, you can fill out a physical form and get it updated at a registered centre. 

Step-by-step Guide On How To Update Address In Aadhaar

The authority recommends updating your Aadhaar with biometric and demographic details every 10 years. The detailed process for Aadhaar address update online is given below:

Step 1: Login to myAadhaar portal by entering your Aadhaar number, captcha code and OTP. 

Step 2: After logging in, select the option ‘Address Update’ tab.

Step 3: On the next tab, click on ‘Update Aadhaar Online’ tab.

Step 4: Read the guidelines and click the ‘Proceed to Update Aadhaar’ button.

Step 5: Select ‘Address’ and click ‘Proceed to Update Aadhaar’.

Step 6: In the online form, the current address will be displayed. Scroll down and enter ‘Care of’ (father's name or husband's name), enter the new address, select the post office, select the proof of address document from the ‘Valid Supporting Document Type’ dropdown list, upload the document and click ‘Next’. 

Step 7: Preview the details and proceed to payment. Pay the non-refundable fees of Rs.50.

A Service Request Number (SRN) will be generated. Save it for tracking status later. 

What Are The Documents Required For Aadhaar Card Address Change?

UIDAI’s portal has made updating addresses very simple for Aadhaar card holders. Although over 15 documents are accepted, some of the popular Proof of Address (POA) are:

• Passport 
• Bank statement (Passbook, Post Office Account Statement)
• Ration card
• Voter ID
• Disability Card
• MGNREGA/ NREGS Job Card
• Electricity Bills (not older than three months), including prepaid receipts 
• Water Bill (not older than three months) 
• Gas connection (not older than three months) 
• Telephone Landline Bill/ Phone (Postpaid Mobile) Bill/ Broadband Bill (not older than three months)
• Insurance Policy (Life & Medical only) 
• Property Tax Receipt (not older than one year)
• Registered sale deed/ gift deed
• Non-registered rent/ lease deed

You must also keep your proof of identity (POI), which can be your Passport, PAN card, Voter ID, Ration card, etc. 

How Can I Change The Address On My Aadhaar Card Without Proof?

You cannot change the address on your Aadhaar card without valid address proof. Keep at least a scanned copy of the proof of address document before filling out the address change form on the myAadhaar portal. If you are changing the address by visiting the Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Aadhaar Enrolment Centre, keep one original address proof document with you, such as a passport, bank account statement, Voter ID, ration card, etc.  

How Much Time It Takes To Update Aadhaar Card Address Online?

As per UIDAI, the Aadhaar card address change time is stated at a maximum of 30 days from the submission of the request. However, with system improvement, the request is generally approved/rejected within a few days. 

Aadhaar Card Address Update Status

Once you have submitted your Aadhaar update application, you will receive a URN. You can track the status of your request by following the below steps:

Step 1:  Visit the UIDAI website.

Step 2: Click on ‘Check Aadhaar Update Status’ option under ‘My Aadhaar’. 

Step 3: Select ‘URN’. Enter the URN and the captcha code and click ‘Submit’.

Step 4: The status of the Aadhaar update application will be displayed on the screen.

How To Download the Aadhaar Card After Address Change?

Once your Aadhaar card is ready with the updated address, you can download the updated version of your card from UIDAI website. However, it is important to note that to access the Aadhaar online, it is essential to have your mobile number registered with your Aadhaar. Here is the step-by-step guide to downloading Aadhaar after changing your address:

Step 1:  Visit the UIDAI website and move to ‘My Aadhaar’.

Step 2: Click on ‘Download Aadhaar' option under the ‘Get Aadhaar’ tab. 

Step 3: Click on the ‘Download Aadhaar’ tab.

Step 4: Select Aadhaar Number, enter the Aadhaar number, captcha code and click on ‘Send OTP’.

Step 5: Enter the OTP that you received on your mobile number, select if you want a masked Aadhaar and click the ‘Verify & Download’ button to download a PDF of your e-Aadhaar card. 

An Aadhaar card is one of the most important proofs of government identity that contains all your demographic and biometric information. When you have changed your address, applying for an address change on your Aadhaar card is essential, although the Unique Identification number in your Aadhaar card remains the same. You can apply for an address change in your Aadhaar card in just a few seconds online at the myAadhaar portal.

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