Change of address: updating your residence permit
Updated 10 July 2026
Are you moving? Reporting your new address to the authorities is not a mere formality: it matters for receiving your mail and avoiding blockages in your procedures. Here is how to do it.
Why report your change of address
Your address is the point of contact for all decisions concerning you (renewal, summons, notification). An out-of-date address can make you miss important mail, with consequences for your rights.
How to do it
A change of address is usually reported through your ANEF account. Keep your profile and contact details up to date. In some cases, recent proof of address (lease, bill, accommodation certificate) may be requested.
Do you need to remake your permit?
The address does not appear on the residence permit itself: moving does not, in principle, require remaking the permit. However, you must update your contact details with the authorities and, if necessary, ANEF, to remain reachable.
Good habit
Always keep proof of your declarations (acknowledgement, screenshot). If a procedure is under way (renewal, change of status), report your new address without delay to avoid any lost mail.
This article is provided for general information purposes, up to date with the rules known in 2026, and does not constitute personalized legal advice. Legalist is a private administrative assistance company, independent of any public authority.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to remake my permit after moving?
In principle no: the address is not shown on the permit. You must, however, update your contact details with the authorities and ANEF.
How do I report my change of address?
Most often through your ANEF account, by updating your profile. Recent proof of address may be requested.
What is the risk of not reporting my address?
You risk missing important mail (summons, decision), which can delay or compromise your procedures.
Is proof of address mandatory?
Depending on the procedure, recent proof (lease, bill, accommodation certificate) may be required to prove your address.