Moving Checklist
San Francisco Moving and Resource Checklist
1. Change Your Address
☐ USPS: File a change of address online at the USPS Change of Address Form.
☐ California DMV: Update your driver’s license and vehicle registration through the California DMV Change of Address System.
☐ San Francisco Assessor-Recorder’s Office: If you own property, update your mailing address using the Change of Mailing Address Form.
☐ Banks & Credit Cards: Log in to your bank accounts and update your billing address.
☐ Insurance Providers: Notify homeowner’s, renter’s, auto, health, and life insurance providers of your new address.
☐ Employer: Update your address with your HR department for payroll and tax purposes.
☐ Subscriptions and Deliveries: Update your address for:
Magazines and newspapers.
Online delivery services (e.g., Amazon, HelloFresh, Chewy).
Monthly subscriptions (e.g., Birchbox, Stitch Fix).
2. Transfer or Set Up Utilities
☐ Electricity and Gas: Schedule to start, stop, or transfer service with PG&E or call 1-877-660-6789.
☐ Water and Sewer: Set up or transfer your account with the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) or call (415) 551-3000.
☐ Internet and Cable: Contact local providers like Xfinity, AT&T, or Sonic to schedule service installation or transfer.
☐ Trash and Recycling: Set up or transfer service with Recology San Francisco or call (415) 330-1300.
3. Notify Government Agencies
☐ Social Security Administration (SSA): Update your address at the SSA Change of Address Page.
☐ IRS: File Form 8822 to notify the IRS of your address change.
☐ Voter Registration: Update your registration through the California Online Voter Registration.
4. Transfer Records
☐ Medical and Dental Records: Request to transfer your records to your new providers.
☐ Veterinary Records: Transfer your pet’s medical records to a new veterinarian.
☐ School Records: Contact your current school to transfer your child’s transcripts to the new district.
5. Cancel or Transfer Memberships
☐ Gym Memberships: Review cancellation or transfer policies and notify your gym if needed.
☐ Clubs or Organizations: Notify any memberships or associations of your move to update your information or transfer membership.