NHS Change of Address

Moving house? Congrats! Moving to a new place can be exciting and also daunting at the same time. Amongst the excitement, there are a few critical tasks that need to be done such as notifying your new address to all your service providers. Updating the NHS of your new address is one of them, whether you're moving to a new city, a different neighbourhood, or even just down the road, ensuring that your NHS records are accurate ensures that you do not miss any correspondence regarding your health or upcoming appointments. In this guide, we will let you know everything about notifying your new address with the NHS.

There are three main NHS services you will need to notify of your change of address

• Your GP
• Your Dentist
• Your Pharmacy

This guide will cover the following:

• Why do I need to change your address with the NHS?
• How do I update my address with the NHS?

Why do I need to change your address with the NHS?

You should update the NHS of your new address to ensure that any correspondence can get to your new address efficiently and securely. Rearranging missed appointments can take a long time so it’s best to make sure that your GP, dentist and pharmacy have the most up to date information. When updating your address its good practice to check if any of your details have changed such as your phone number, name or email address.

NHS App
You can update your change of address using the NHS App. To use the NHS App you will have to log in using your email and password. To register for the NHS App you will need to download the App from your mobile phone’s App Store.  You will need:

• Your name
• Your email address
• Your phone number
• Your date of birth
• Your NHS number
• Your Address

Post
You can update the NHS of your new address by post. You can write a letter to your GP, dentist or pharmacy requesting for your address to be updated. To find your GP, dentist or pharmacy address, you can use the NHS services finder here

You will need to include the following in the letter:

• Your name
• Your NHS number
• Your email address
• Your phone number
• Your old address
• Your new address
• Your move date

Phone
If you prefer to speak to someone to update your details you can use the NHS services finder to find the phone number of the service you wish to notify here

You will need to have the following handy:

• Your name
• Your NHS number
• Your old address
• Your new address
• Your move date

Keeping your address updated with the NHS is a simple yet essential task to ensure your details are up to date with your healthcare services. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can navigate the process smoothly and enjoy peace of mind knowing that your healthcare records are accurate and up-to-date. Whether you're moving down the street or across the country, taking the time to update your address ensures that the NHS can continue to provide you with the care and support you need.