Update Aadhaar Address Online: A Quick & Easy Guide from Home
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Moved to a new place or noticed an error in your Aadhaar address? No need to visit any centre - you can update it online in just a few clicks! Thanks to the UIDAI ’s myAadhaar portal , changing your Aadhaar address is now fast, simple, and completely digital. All you need is a valid address proof and access to your registered mobile number.
Here’s a crisp, step-by-step guide to get it done:
How to Update Aadhaar Address Online
You’ll get a Service Request Number (SRN) — save it to track your update status.
Documents Accepted for Address Proof
UIDAI accepts over 15 types of documents. Here are some commonly used ones:
Note: A Proof of Identity (PoI) like PAN card, passport, or voter ID may also be needed in some cases.
Why Keeping Your Aadhaar Address Updated Matters
An updated Aadhaar is essential for:
Can You Update Aadhaar Address Without Proof?
No. Whether updating online or offline, you must provide a valid proof of address. Scanned documents are required for online updates, while originals are needed at centers.
How to Check Update Status
Time Taken for Update
Though UIDAI states it may take up to 30 days, most requests are processed much sooner — often within a few days.
How to Download Updated Aadhaar Card
Once your address is updated:
Updating your Aadhaar address has never been easier. In just a few clicks, you can keep your identity details accurate and up to date—no queues, no waiting rooms, just simple steps from the comfort of your home.
Here’s a crisp, step-by-step guide to get it done:
How to Update Aadhaar Address Online
- Go to myAadhaar website.
- Log in using your Aadhaar number, captcha code, and OTP sent to your registered mobile.
- Click on ‘Address Update’.
- Select ‘Update Aadhaar Online’.
- Click ‘Proceed to Update Aadhaar’ and choose ‘Address’.
- Enter your new address (include “C/O” if needed), choose your correct post office, and upload a valid address proof.
- Review your details, pay a non-refundable ₹50, and submit the request.
You’ll get a Service Request Number (SRN) — save it to track your update status.
Documents Accepted for Address Proof
UIDAI accepts over 15 types of documents. Here are some commonly used ones:
- Passport
- Bank or Post Office Statement/Passbook
- Ration Card or Voter ID
- Disability Card
- MGNREGA/NREGS Job Card
- Utility Bills (Electricity, Water, Gas, Telephone – within 3 months)
- Insurance Policies (Life or Medical only)
- Registered Sale/Gift Deed
- Property Tax Receipt (within 1 year)
- Non-registered Rent/Lease Deed
Note: A Proof of Identity (PoI) like PAN card, passport, or voter ID may also be needed in some cases.
Why Keeping Your Aadhaar Address Updated Matters
An updated Aadhaar is essential for:
- Accessing government schemes
- Completing KYC for banks and services
- Receiving subsidies and benefits
- Ensuring smooth verification for services
- UIDAI also advises residents to review and update Aadhaar every 10 years to keep records accurate.
Can You Update Aadhaar Address Without Proof?
No. Whether updating online or offline, you must provide a valid proof of address. Scanned documents are required for online updates, while originals are needed at centers.
How to Check Update Status
- Visit UIDAI’s website.
- Click on ‘Check Aadhaar Update Status’ under 'My Aadhaar'.
- Enter your URN (Update Request Number) and captcha.
- Submit to view the current status.
Time Taken for Update
Though UIDAI states it may take up to 30 days, most requests are processed much sooner — often within a few days.
How to Download Updated Aadhaar Card
Once your address is updated:
- Go to UIDAI website → ‘My Aadhaar’ → ‘Download Aadhaar’.
- Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and captcha.
- Request an OTP, enter it, and choose whether to download a masked Aadhaar.
- Click ‘Verify & Download’.
- You’ll get a PDF copy of your updated Aadhaar card, ready to print and use.
Updating your Aadhaar address has never been easier. In just a few clicks, you can keep your identity details accurate and up to date—no queues, no waiting rooms, just simple steps from the comfort of your home.
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