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Tell us about your move. We'll put the steps in order.

Your plan updates as you answer, with a link to the official site for every step.

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1Where are you moving from?
2Who's moving with you?
3Will you rent or buy?
4Which area are you looking at?
5What's your work situation?
6Bringing a vehicle?
Your plan

14 steps, in order

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For you, a partner and kids, moving from out of state to Meridian, renting.

Before you move

  1. File a USPS change of address about two weeks before moving day.

    USPS change of address ↗
  2. Idaho Power and Intermountain Gas serve most of the valley.

    Idaho Power ↗Intermountain Gas ↗
  3. Meridian handles these through the city or a provider it names.

    Meridian city site ↗
  4. Know the rules on deposits and notice before you sign.

    Renting guide →
  5. District lines don't follow city lines. Check the boundary map, then gather birth certificates and immunization records.

    West Ada School District ↗
  6. Many charters run lotteries with early deadlines.

    Charter & private guide →
  7. Confirm which providers serve the exact street.

    FCC broadband map ↗
  8. New-patient waits can be long. Call before you arrive if you can.

    St. Luke's ↗Saint Alphonsus ↗

First 30 days

  1. New residents have 30 days to switch.

    ITD: New to Idaho ↗
  2. At the Ada County motor vehicle office, with your title and proof of Idaho insurance.

    Ada County ↗
  3. Moving usually opens a special enrollment period.

    Your Health Idaho ↗

Once you're settled

  1. Register online once you have your Idaho license.

    VoteIdaho ↗
  2. Your first Idaho return covers the months you lived here. Claim the grocery credit too.

    State taxes guide →
  3. Get a library card, then hit the foothill trails.

    Ridge to Rivers ↗Outdoors guide →

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