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How do I prove I am staying in the same address I reported to my car insurance company?

My car insurance is being canceled now because they are not sure I’m staying in the same address that I gave to them. How do I prove I live at the address I gave them?

Nov 17, 2021 Los Banos, CA

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Kristine Lee
Insurance Data Insights Analyst

Kristine joined The Zebra in 2019 as an in-house content researcher and writer, with a property and casualty insurance license. Before joining The Ze…

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It depends on the insurance company, but most will accept proof in the form of a utility bill or something similar to prove where you live. I recommend calling your insurance company to find out what documentation they will require to prove your residency and reinstate your policy. Good luck and if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. For more information, see our additional resources below.

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