How to Update Address on Aadhaar Card for Free | Step-by-Step Guide

In this article you will know how to update Address on Aadhaar Card for Free.

Key Points to Remember:

• Address updates can be done online through UIDAI’s portal for free until December 14, 2024.
• Biometric updates like fingerprints or iris scans still require a visit to an Aadhaar center and are chargeable.
• Keeping your Aadhaar updated ensures uninterrupted access to government services and minimizes the risk of identity fraud.

Aadhaar card is the most important document today for every individual. Having the correct address on the Aadhaar card is equally important. Good news for individuals: UIDAI has provided an extended deadline to update Aadhaar card addresses for free until December 2024.

Don’t know how to update the address on Aadhaar for free? Here is how you can update or change the address on Aadhaar for free.

Many individuals live in rented accommodations or buy new homes and forget to change the address on their Aadhaar card. However, updating the address on the Aadhaar card is essential as you may not be able to use some government schemes or services due to an incorrect address on Aadhaar.

We all keep updating our contact details and addresses on social media sites and e-commerce websites, but our first priority as Indians should be to keep all our government documents up to date. This helps us avail the services offered by the government and also protects us from misuse or fraud (such as fake identities).

Currently, UIDAI has extended the deadline to update demographic information like the address on Aadhaar cards for free online until December 14, 2024. This is the second time UIDAI has extended the window for free online updates. Initially, the deadline to update Aadhaar cards online was June 2024. You need to update the address on your Aadhaar card for free online through UIDAI’s online portal.

The address update option is available online, whereas fingerprint, eye scan, or other biometric updates still require a visit to an Aadhaar center, with a fee applicable.

Step-by-Step Guide to Update Address in Aadhaar:

• Visit the Aadhaar Self-Service Update Portal: Open the official portal at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.

• Log in to Your Account: Use your Aadhaar number and the One-Time Password (OTP) sent to your registered mobile number to log in.

• Select the Address Update Option: After logging in, click on the “Address Update” tab.

• Click on the Update Aadhaar Online tab.

• On the next page, read the guidelines carefully and click on the Proceed to Update Aadhaar button.

• Select Address as shown in the below image and proceed to update Aadhaar.

• On this page, you will find your current address on the Aadhaar card. Scroll down and enter the ‘Care of’ (father’s name or husband’s name) field and then enter the new address you want to update on the Aadhaar card with a valid post office and pincode. Select the proof of address document from the dropdown list of valid supporting documents, upload the document, and click Next.

• Preview the details and proceed to payment. Pay the non-refundable charges of ₹50. After payment, a Service Request Number (SRN) will be generated. Keep the SRN for future tracking or to check the status of your address update.

Take advantage of the extended deadline and update your Aadhaar card address today!

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Documents Needed to Update Aadhaar Card Address

The UIDAI portal has made it easy to update your Aadhaar card address. While more than 15 types of documents are accepted as proof of address, here are some commonly used ones:

• Passport
• Bank passbook or post office account statement
• Ration card
• Voter ID
• Disability card
• MGNREGA/NREGS job card
• Electricity bill (not older than 3 months) or prepaid receipts
• Water bill (not older than 3 months)
• Gas connection bill (not older than 3 months)
• Telephone landline, postpaid mobile, or broadband bill (not older than 3 months)
• Insurance policy (life or medical only)
• Property tax receipt (not older than 1 year)
• Registered sale or gift deed
• Non-registered rent or lease agreement

You will also need proof of identity (POI) for the process, which can be a passport, PAN card, voter ID, ration card, or other government-issued ID.

Can I Change My Aadhaar Address Without Proof?

No, you cannot update your Aadhaar card address without valid proof of address. Before submitting the request online through the myAadhaar portal, make sure to have a scanned copy of your address proof ready. If you’re updating the address at an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or enrollment center, carry the original address proof document, such as a passport, bank statement, voter ID, or ration card, for verification.

How Long Does It Take to Update the Aadhaar Address Online?

UIDAI states that updating your Aadhaar card address can take up to 30 days after the request is submitted. However, with improved systems, most requests are processed and either approved or rejected within a few days.