Banks and Financial Matters
Moving Out Checklist
University Records
Maintain Your Personal Details OnlineLegal Matters
Your previous landlord. This is important for getting your deposit back.Electoral roll– this affects your credit rating.
Council Tax –find the website of your old and new councilsto arrange this
Social security – important if you’re in receipt of any benefits
Inland revenue – possibly, if you’re self-employed
Banks and Financial Matters
Banks & building societiesCredit cards (these may require separate notification even if they are with your usual bank!)
Student Loans Company
Employer(s)
Insurance cover, for home contents, car
Loyalty schemes (Clubcard, Nectar Points, Avios, etc.)
Mail and Utilities
Consider arrangingPostal mail redirection– do this several weeks in advance!Water
Gas
Electricity
Phone – mobile phone and landline
Internet / Cable TV / Satellite TV
TV Licensing(if you move out with 3 months or more left on your TV Licence, you may be eligible for a refund!)
Health Service & NHS
University Health Service – TheHealth Servicemaintains records seperately from the rest of the university, linked with theNHSand local GPs. If you move you may need to change GPs.GP
Dentist
Optician
Hospital – if you’re in ongoing contact with a hospital.
Vehicles
Driving licenceVehicle registrationchange of address
Car insurance company
Breakdown cover company
Arrange any parking permit required at your new address
Stuff & Clutter
Notify any subscriptions or regular deliveriesStart getting rid of things you no longer need well in advance:
· Sell stuff on UniLife Marketplace or through (online) free ads
· Consider giving things to charity shops
· Dispose ofrubbish and recyclingon the correct days – andarrange a large item collectionin advance if you need one!
If you live in Cardiff, visit theGet it Out for Cardiffpage for tips & opportunities
Of course, don’t forget to tell your family and friends!