Change of Address (Driver's License & Vehicle)
Change of Address Notification
Timeline
Update within 14 days of moving
Handled by
Access Nova Scotia
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Update your address on your driver's license and vehicle registration when you move.
In Plain Language:
Tell the government your new address so your driver's license and vehicle registration are up to date.
You May Qualify If:
- Nova Scotia driver's license holders
- Registered vehicle owners
- People who have moved to a new address
You May NOT Qualify If:
- People who haven't moved
- People moving outside Nova Scotia
Requirements Checklist:
- □Current driver's license
- □Vehicle registration
- □Proof of new address
- □Payment (if new card needed)
Examples:
- • A person who moved to a new apartment
- • A person who bought a new house
- • A newcomer who moved to a permanent address
You must update your address within 14 days of moving. This is a legal requirement.
⚠️ Missing the 14-day deadline
Update your address within 14 days of moving - it's required by law
⚠️ Not bringing proof of new address
Bring a recent utility bill, lease, or bank statement with your new address
⚠️ Only updating one document
Update both your driver's license and vehicle registration at the same time
⚠️ Using old address documents
Proof of address must be dated within the last 30 days
What Happens Next
- Your address will be updated in the system
- If in person: Updated documents may be issued immediately
- If by mail: Updated documents will be mailed within 1-2 weeks
- You'll receive confirmation of the address change
Check Your Status
Check status onlineWhat to Keep
- • Updated driver's license
- • Updated vehicle registration
- • Receipt of payment (if applicable)
- • Proof of address change
Follow-Up Actions
- □Update your address with other services (insurance, bank, etc.)
- □Update your address with MSI if you have a health card
- □Update your address with CRA for tax purposes
- □Update your address with Service Canada if you have a SIN
Expected Timeline:
Address change is processed immediately. If you need new documents, they'll be issued on the spot or mailed within 1-2 weeks.
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