The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI allows citizens to easily change their Aadhaar card address online after shifting residence, ensuring the document remains valid for banking, government schemes, mobile connections and other services, as per the latest process explained by Tahir Rihat.
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| Aadhaar card address change can now be done online from the UIDAI portal without visiting a service center. |
Residents no longer need to visit an Aadhaar enrolment centre to update their address. The entire procedure can be completed through the official myAadhaar portal (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) in a few minutes from home.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and click on “Login”.
- Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and captcha, then click “Send OTP”.
- Log in with the OTP received on your Aadhaar-registered mobile number.
- Select “Update Demographics Data” → “Address Update”.
- Enter your complete new address in English and the local language displayed.
- Upload a scanned copy of valid address proof (clear PDF or image).
- Review the details, submit the request and note down the Update Request Number (URN).
Valid Documents for Address Proof
UIDAI accepts more than 40 documents, including:
- Electricity bill, water bill, or gas connection bill (not older than 3 months)
- Bank statement or passbook with bank stamp
- Rent or lease agreement (registered or notarised)
- Passport
- Voter ID card
- Ration card
- Driving licence
- Property tax receipt
Processing Time and Tracking
After submission, UIDAI normally verifies and approves genuine requests within 7–10 working days (many are processed even earlier). You can track status anytime using the 14-digit URN at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in → “Check Aadhaar Update Status”. Once approved, download the updated e-Aadhaar directly from the portal — it is fully valid for all purposes.
Keeping your Aadhaar address current is mandatory for seamless access to subsidies, banking, and other services. Stay updated with the latest government guidelines and citizen services at www.tahirrihat.com.