Moving to Maryland Checklist
- Update your address with USPS and set up mail forwarding. You can also update your voter registration here: https://moversguide.usps.com/mgo/disclaimer?
- Transfer your out of state driver’s license. You must apply for a Maryland license within 60 days of moving to Maryland. More info here: https://mva.maryland.gov/about-mva/Pages/new-to-maryland.aspx
- Transfer car registration to Maryland: https://mva.maryland.gov/vehicles/Pages/registration/new-to-maryland.aspx
- Update Car Insurance Policy
- Update healthcare providers
- Update any loans and banking information including credit cards
- Find your child’s new school district and get them enrolled (check with local county)
- Consult with a Maryland Tax Professional
- Register Pets & find a vet
- Make sure to have your old utilities turned off & have new service ready for when you arrive:
- – Gas & Electric (BGE) https://secure.bge.com/CustomerServices/service/landing
- Internet/Cable
- Set up trash pick up depending on county
