Why Changing Address is Important: Whenever your address changes then you must update your address in your bank. Even though banks don’t ask you to update your address but still it is our responsibility to update our address in the bank. Below are some important reasons to change your address in bank

1. The first reason is whenever you lose your debit card or credit then the new cards will be sent to your address through the post. So if your address is wrong then you can’t receive them and they will return back to the bank. So it is better to update your address when it changes. (Not only when you lose but when you apply for a new credit card with new features then also it will be sent through the post, so updating the right address always helps you in receiving your bank related documents without any hurdles.)
2. The second reason is cheque books, now you can easily apply for a new cheque book online through internet banking. Most banks send cheque books through the post, so to receive cheque books also you need to have a proper address in your bank.
3. Do you know the bank account statement is a valid address proof. Suppose if you want to change your address on Aadhar or voter ID or you want a new landline connection or gas connection then you can use your bank account statement as an address proof. So this is our Third reason to change your address in the bank.

How to Write a Request Letter to Change Address in The Bank

1. The letter should be simple and formal and address the letter to the bank’s branch manager.
2. Mention the date of submission on the request letter.
3. Write a simple subject line.
4. Don’t’ forget to sign on it and write your mobile number.
5. Attach a copy of the supporting document (address proof).
6. Carry original proof also to the bank.

Tips To Change Address In Bank

1. Make sure you have a proper address proof which consists of your right address. Because bank officials will check your address proof before updating it. Here are some valid address proofs which you can use to change your address in your bank

• Aadhar card
• Voter Id
• Passport
• Driving license
• Property or Municipal Tax
• Electricity bill
• Gas bill
• Telephone bill etc

2. Your name on address proof and bank account should match. so check it before submitting it.
3. Now some banks are providing the online options to change your communication address, but not allowing to change your permanent address online. So make sure which address you are changing and it is always better to visit your branch directly to change your address.
4. Most banks don’t ask you to submit any request letter, they will give you an address change form. In that case, you don’t need to write any request letter, just fill that form and submit it to the branch.
5. It is better to update your mobile number and email id along with your address if the changes are required.
6. If you are not using internet banking then don’t forget to update your bank passbook with new address.

Here is a sample letter that you can send to banks, government departments etc to request a change of address in their records. Remember to include a copy of a valid address proof that shows your name and new address. Change of Address request without a valid proof of address may be rejected.

When you use the following format, remember to change the date, your name, bank name etc. Also, correctly mention the branch name of the bank.

Date: Aug 18, 2011

To,
The Branch Manager,
Bank name
Xxxxxxxxxxx(Branch Name)
City (Name of City)

Dear Sir,

Subject: Request to Change Bank account details.

I am having a current account with your bank's xxxxxx branch (Name of the Branch). I request you to change the communication address as well as mobile number and E-mail Id for the same.

The Account details are:

XYZ (Name of Account holder)
Account no. 12345xxxxxx

New Address: XYZ( Name)
Address line 1 ( Flat no./ House no., Lane/Street/Road),
Address Line 2 (Name of Colony, Area/ Landmark)
City Name (State/Province)
Country, Pin code /Zip code

New Mobile Number: 91-xxx-xxx-xxxx

New Mail Id: xxxxxxxxx@rediffmail/gmail/hotmail.com

Documents for identification proof are attached herewith for your ready reference.

I request to change the effects immediately and update your records. A line of confirmation in this regard would be highly appreciated.

Thanking you,

Yours Faithfully,
(Signature as per Bank records)
Full name
Address for communication


Most banks will accept the change of address request at the local branches. However, in case of new generation banks like Citibank etc, you may send the change of address request to their corporate office.

Usually, the following documents are accepted as valid address proof:

1. Drivers license
2. Passport
3. Aadhar card
4. Election id card

Format 2

Old Company Address: __________ (Mention the old address)
New Company Address: ___________ (Mention the new address)

I request you to kindly update the new address in bank account number __________ (bank account number). I have enclosed the required _____________ (Bank Customer Request Form, address proof documents/ KYC document/ any other relevant document) with this letter. Please process my request to change the address as soon as possible in your records.

Thanking you,

Yours faithfully,
______ (Name),
______ (Signature)

Enclosed: __________ (Application form/CRF/Address Proof/KYC)

Note: Bank may ask for additional documents with stamps and signatures as per your Bank details for any updation. For more details request you to kindly contact your Branch.