Will I be receiving a physical copy of the Aadhar card after the address change is updated online? How long does it take to receive? What is the procedure?
After updating your address online on the UIDAI website, you can download a digital copy of your updated Aadhaar card, called an e-Aadhaar, which serves as a valid form of identification. If you would like to receive a physical copy of your updated Aadhaar card, you can order one by paying a fee and providing your Aadhaar number and postal address. The physical copy will be delivered to you by post. The time it takes to receive the physical copy of your updated Aadhaar card may vary depending on various factors such as location and logistics.
The procedure for updating the address on your Aadhaar card and ordering a physical copy of the updated card is as follows:
- Visit the UIDAI website.
- Click on the “Update Your Address Online” link.
- Enter your Aadhaar number and the required personal details.
- Upload a scanned copy of your supporting address proof document.
- Submit the form and wait for the update to be processed.
- Once your address has been updated, you can download your e-Aadhaar.
- To order a physical copy of your updated Aadhaar card, click on the “Order Aadhaar Reprint” link on the UIDAI website.
- Enter your Aadhaar number, and postal address, and pay the applicable fee.
- Wait for the physical copy of your updated Aadhaar card to be delivered to you by post.




