Aadhaar card address change not needed to open bank account. 5 things to know

NEW DELHI : The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) allows Aadhaar card holders to update or change their residential address in the document through both online and offline modes. Although it is not mandatory to do so, a lot of people use Aadhaar card as one of the KYC (Know Your Customer) documents to open a new bank account.

Using Aadhaar for bank account opening is simpler as it can be used both as address proof and photo identity proof. And now you are also allowed to use Aadhaar in lieu of your PAN (Permanent Account Number).

However, trouble comes in when you change your address and want the cheque book and ATM or debit card to be delivered to your new address.