Moving homes in Victoria? Whether you’re relocating across Melbourne or settling in regional Victoria, updating your address with VicRoads is a critical step to stay road-legal and avoid fines. Here’s everything you need to know about managing your address change seamlessly—from deadlines and online tools to avoiding common pitfalls.
Addresses You Need to Update
VicRoads tracks three types of addresses, each serving a unique purpose:
- Residential Address:
- Your physical home address.
- Appears on your driver’s licence or learner permit.
- A sticker with your new address will be mailed to affix to your card.
- Postal Address:
- Where VicRoads sends correspondence (e.g., fines, registration notices).
- Can differ from your residential address.
- Garage Address:
- The Victorian location where your vehicle is stored.
- Each registered vehicle can have a unique garage address.
How to Update Your Address
Step 1: Use myVicRoads (Fastest Method)
- Create or Log In to your myVicRoads account.
- Navigate to “Update Details”: Modify residential, postal, and garage addresses in one session.
- Verify Changes: Confirm via email or SMS.
Benefits:
- Instant updates (no waiting for mail).
- Set direct debit for future renewals.
- Track demerit points or registration status in real time.
Step 2: Visit a Customer Service Centre (For Complex Cases)
Required if:
- Updating multiple vehicles with different garage addresses.
- Resolving discrepancies (e.g., mismatched ID documents).
Locations:
- Carlton: 459 Lygon St (metro hub).
- Sunshine: 12 Clarke St (heavy vehicle support).
- Bendigo GovHub: Regional assistance.
Bring: Photo ID (driver’s licence, passport) and proof of address (utility bill, lease agreement).