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Aadhaar is among the most important documents of identification in India, acting as an address and identity proof for numerous government purposes. Updating your Aadhaar information, which includes your address, is of prime importance to experience hassle-free use of government schemes, banking services, and other government procedures.
There are several reasons why you should update your Aadhaar address:
- Relocation: When you relocate to a new place, updating your address ensures that government correspondence reaches you at your correct address.
- Official Documentation: Aadhaar is used extensively as address proof, and hence it is required for numerous applications such as opening a bank account, availing loans, or obtaining a passport.
- Avoid Discrepancies: Having your address consistent across all official documents avoids future hassles in verification procedures.
UIDAI provides a simple and systematic way to update your Aadhaar card address online. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth update:
1. Visit the UIDAI Official Website
- Go to [My Aadhaar portal](https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/) and log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP.
2. Select the ‘Address Update’ Option
- Click on ‘Update Aadhaar Online’ and read the guidelines carefully before proceeding.
3. Enter New Address Details
- Enter your new address carefully according to the supporting document you will be uploading.
4. Upload Supporting Documents
- Upload a scanned copy of any valid address proof (refer to the list of accepted documents below).
5. Pay the Nominal Fee
- A processing fee of Rs 50 is payable for updating the Aadhaar address.
6. Receive the Service Request Number (SRN)
- Once your request is submitted, a Service Request Number (SRN) will be provided. Keep this number to track your update status.
7. Confirmation SMS
- After internal verification, UIDAI will send a confirmation SMS once the address update is successful.
Processing Time for Aadhaar Address Update
Changing your Aadhaar card address online is not immediate. Every request is carefully checked to ensure accuracy and to avoid fraud. The processing time is generally 10-15 days from the day of submission of the request. You can trace the status of your update using the SRN given at the time of submission.
To update your Aadhaar address, you must submit any one of the following valid documents:
- Passport (Self, spouse, or minor child's passport)
- Bank Statement/Passbook (Authorized banks and post offices)
- Ration Card
- Voter ID
- Driving License
- Pensioner Card or Disability Card
- CGHS/ECHS/ESIC/Medi-Claim Card (Issued by government agencies or PSUs)
- Utility Bills (Electricity, Water, or Landline Telephone – issued within the last three months)
- Insurance Policy (Life and Medical insurance only)
- Property Tax Receipt (Not more than one year old)
Make sure the scanned documents are readable and clear before you upload them so that your uploads are not rejected.
Updating the Aadhaar card address is a critical step toward having correct and current identification details. If you've just changed residences or need to make corrections to your address, UIDAI also has an online procedure for convenient updation. Through the series of steps found here and through preparing the correct documents, you can complete your Aadhaar card address update successfully. Always ensure that your Aadhaar information is updated to ensure smooth and continuous access to vital services.
