Change address on Driving Licence / RC
Update your address on a Driving Licence or vehicle Registration Certificate through the Parivahan Sarathi/Vahan portals.
Authority
Karnataka RTO / Parivahan
Mode
Online + Offline
Time
20–30 min online; 1–3 weeks processing
Cost
₹200–₹400 depending on document
Steps
- 1
Open Parivahan
For DL go to Sarathi (sarathi.parivahan.gov.in); for RC use Vahan (vahan.parivahan.gov.in).
- 2
Select address change
Choose 'Change of Address' under DL services or RC services and enter your details.
- 3
Upload documents
Upload the address proof and any required forms; verify with Aadhaar OTP if available.
- 4
Pay fees online
Pay the applicable fee and book an RTO slot if a visit is required.
- 5
Visit RTO (if needed)
Carry originals to the jurisdictional RTO for verification and biometrics if asked.
- 6
Receive updated card
The updated smart-card DL/RC is dispatched to your new address by post.