Updating Your Address
When moving to Minnesota, one of the first tasks you should prioritize is updating your address with various entities. This step is crucial to ensure continuous mail delivery and service provisions.United States Postal Service (USPS)
Updating your address with the USPS can be done online, in person, or by mail. Here's how:- Online: Visit the USPS website and fill out the Change of Address form.
- In Person: Go to your local post office and request a Mover's Guide packet, which includes the Change of Address form.
- By Mail: Complete the form found in the Mover's Guide packet and mail it to the address provided.
Other Essential Services
In addition to the USPS, make sure to update your address with:- Banks and Financial Institutions
- Insurance Providers
- Utility Companies
- Credit Card Companies
- Subscription Services
- Healthcare Providers
Government Agencies
Don't forget to notify government agencies, such as the Social Security Administration and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), to ensure that your records are up-to-date.Transferring Your Driver's License
Transferring your driver's license is a vital step to establish residency in Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety requires new residents to transfer their out-of-state driver's license within 60 days of establishing residency.Required Documents
To transfer your driver's license, you will need to provide:- Current out-of-state driver's license
- Proof of identity and legal presence (e.g., passport, birth certificate)
- Proof of Minnesota residency (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement)
- Social Security number
Process
- Visit a local Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) office.
- Complete the application form.
- Pass a vision test.
- Pay the required fees.
Registering Your Vehicle
Vehicle registration is another essential task. New residents must register their vehicles within 60 days of moving to Minnesota.Required Documents
To register your vehicle, you will need:- Current vehicle title
- Proof of identity
- Proof of Minnesota residency
- Vehicle inspection report (if applicable)
- Proof of insurance
Process
- Visit a local DVS office.
- Complete the Vehicle Registration Application.
- Pay the required registration fees and taxes.
Relevant Data
Address Change Statistics
| Service Provider | Percentage of Movers Updating Address |
| United States Postal Service | 90% |
| Banks and Financial Institutions | 80% |
| Insurance Providers | 75% |
| Utility Companies | 70% |
| Credit Card Companies | 65% |
| Subscription Services | 60% |
| Healthcare Providers | 55% |
Vehicle Registration Data
| State | Registration Timeframe | Fee Range |
| Minnesota | Within 60 days | $35-$125 |
| California | Within 20 days | $60-$300 |
| Texas | Within 30 days | $50-$150 |