How to Change an Address Online in Ontario

Canadians must inform the government of new addresses.

The province of Ontario, in Canada, has developed an all-in-one online change of address system for residents. This new system makes it possible for you to update your driver's license, vehicle registration, health card and other government services with your new address in one convenient visit to a website. This system also is connected with all Canadian government databases and updates them with your new address as well.

Things You'll Need

• Your current driver's license number, vehicle ID number, health card number, etc.

Instructions

1. Gather all the necessary documents and ID cards next to your computer. That way you will have everything at hand that you will need to fill out the online form.

2. Log in to the ServiceOntario Address Change page and navigate through the online form to complete an integrated change of address form or just a change of address form for one or more specific government ministries.

   After you have made your choices of which databases to update, enter your personal identification and new address. After a quick verification, your address will be changed in the databases of all of the relevant ministries.

3. Wait seven to 21 days to receive your updated driver's license, health card, etc., by mail at your new address.

4. Ensure your new cards reflect your change of address.

Tips & Warnings

• A "Help" button is featured on every page of the ServiceOntario website if you encounter any problems.

• To protect your privacy if you are completing the online change of address form on a public computer, do not leave the computer unattended while you are working, and make sure to clear your browser's cache and completely close the application when you are done.

Resources

• ServiceOntario: Change Your Address
• Ontario Ministry of Transportation: Changing Information on a Driver's License