{"id":13239,"date":"2025-11-12T19:37:17","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T16:37:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sa.aqar.fm\/blog\/?p=13239"},"modified":"2025-11-12T19:37:17","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T16:37:17","slug":"national-address-change-in-saudi-arabia-lookup-update-absher-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/54.229.247.130\/blog\/en\/real-estate-news\/national-address-change-in-saudi-arabia-lookup-update-absher-steps\/","title":{"rendered":"National Address Change in Saudi Arabia: Lookup, Update &#038; Absher Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Introduction<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019ve moved to a new residence or updated your details, <strong>National Address change<\/strong> is essential to ensure government services and shipments arrive without delays. In this practical guide, you\u2019ll find the <strong>easiest way to find your National Address<\/strong>, a clear walkthrough of the <strong>method to update the National Address via Absher<\/strong>, a precise explanation of both the <strong>Unit Number in the National Address<\/strong> and the <strong>Sub-Number of the National Address<\/strong>, plus the exact <strong>steps to change the National Address<\/strong> through SPL with clear tables to help you.<\/p>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h2>What is the National Address?<\/h2>\n<p>The National Address is a unified spatial identity for every home or establishment in the Kingdom, used across government, commercial, and logistics transactions. It consists of six core elements that ensure accurate arrival:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Component<\/th>\n<th>Description<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Building Number<\/td>\n<td>A unique number assigned to the building on the street<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Street Name<\/td>\n<td>The road on which the building is located<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>District<\/td>\n<td>The approved subdivision within the city<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>City<\/td>\n<td>The city\/province name<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Postal Code<\/td>\n<td>Defines the postal delivery zone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sub-Number<\/td>\n<td>4 digits linked to precise coordinates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<blockquote><p>To benefit from digital services and link them to your address, use your account with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/splonline.com.sa\/\">Saudi Post \u2013 SPL<\/a><\/strong> via National Single Sign-On, and for government-entity services, use <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.absher.sa\/\">Absher<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>The Easiest Way to Find the National Address (How do I know my National Address?)<\/h2>\n<p>There are several quick paths to view and verify your address:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Method<\/th>\n<th>Where<\/th>\n<th>What to do?<\/th>\n<th>Best for<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Via SPL (web\/app)<\/td>\n<td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/splonline.com.sa\/\">Saudi Post \u2013 SPL<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Sign in &gt; \u201cMy Addresses\u201d &gt; View\/Print <strong>Proof of Address<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Official procedures &amp; businesses<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Short Address<\/td>\n<td>SPL \/ certain government apps<\/td>\n<td>A code of 4 letters + 4 numbers to share your location quickly<\/td>\n<td>Delivery &amp; instant sharing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Via Absher<\/td>\n<td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.absher.sa\/\">Absher Individuals<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Log in &gt; Profile\/Addresses &gt; View\/Update data<\/td>\n<td>Syncing your address across government entities<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Phone Support<\/td>\n<td>Care Center<\/td>\n<td>Call SPL customer service<\/td>\n<td>For users who prefer non-digital channels<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Keep your <strong>Short Address<\/strong> in your phone notes and share it with service providers when needed.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>How to Update the National Address in Absher<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>method to update the National Address in Absher<\/strong> is crucial so government entities rely on your most recent data:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Sign in to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.absher.sa\/\">Absher Individuals<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>From \u201cMy Services,\u201d go to <strong>Profile<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Addresses<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>Update Address<\/strong> and confirm the <strong>National Address<\/strong> linked to your account (you may be redirected to verify via SPL).<\/li>\n<li>Review the fields and save changes so they propagate to other systems (billing, taxes, and contracts).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<blockquote><p>Updating the address in Absher makes it easier to attest contracts and receive official documents and notices at the correct location.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Unit Number in the National Address<\/h2>\n<p>In multi-apartment or office buildings, the <strong>Unit Number<\/strong> identifies your exact place inside the building (e.g., \u201cApt 12\u201d or \u201cOffice 4B\u201d). It\u2019s extremely important for deliveries and for attesting lease or ownership contracts.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Item<\/th>\n<th>Example<\/th>\n<th>Why it matters<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Unit Number<\/td>\n<td>Apt 12<\/td>\n<td>Ensures the sender reaches the correct person\/unit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Building Number<\/td>\n<td>2254<\/td>\n<td>Specifies the building on the street<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Short Address<\/td>\n<td>AB12-34CD<\/td>\n<td>Instant location sharing with delivery companies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Sub-Number of the National Address<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Sub-Number of the National Address<\/strong> is a 4-digit code tied to coordinates, enhancing the accuracy of locating the building within the postal code area. Sometimes an \u201cAdditional Number\u201d appears after the postal code in certain forms for extra distinction.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If an online form requests the <strong>Sub-Number<\/strong> or <strong>Additional Number<\/strong>, copy it exactly as shown on your <strong>Proof of Address<\/strong> from your SPL account.<\/li>\n<li>The Sub-Number does not replace the need to enter the <strong>Unit Number<\/strong> in multi-unit buildings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>How to Change the National Address (Step-by-Step via SPL)<\/h2>\n<p>When moving to a new home, follow this <strong>method to change the National Address<\/strong> accurately:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log in to your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/splonline.com.sa\/\">Saudi Post \u2013 SPL<\/a><\/strong> account (web or app) via National Single Sign-On.<\/li>\n<li>From \u201cMy Addresses,\u201d choose <strong>Add\/Edit Address<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Pin the building\u2019s location on the map precisely; avoid random dragging.<\/li>\n<li>Enter the six fields accurately (Building Number, Street, District, City, Postal Code, <strong>Sub-Number<\/strong>) and add the <strong>Unit Number<\/strong> if applicable.<\/li>\n<li>Save the changes and print the <strong>Proof of Address<\/strong> for use with government entities.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<blockquote><p>Practical note: You must keep at least one active address. Add the new address first, then set it as the default.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Quick Summary Table<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Purpose<\/th>\n<th>Channel<\/th>\n<th>Quick Action<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Create\/Change the National Address<\/td>\n<td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/splonline.com.sa\/\">SPL<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td>My Addresses &gt; Add\/Edit &gt; Map pin &gt; Save<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sync it with government entities<\/td>\n<td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.absher.sa\/\">Absher<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Profile &gt; Addresses &gt; Update Address<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Proof of Address<\/td>\n<td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/splonline.com.sa\/\">SPL<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Print \u201cProof of Address\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fast location sharing<\/td>\n<td>SPL \/ government apps<\/td>\n<td>Use the <strong>Short Address<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>FAQs (10)<\/h2>\n<h3>1) Is the National Address change applied immediately?<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s usually updated upon saving in SPL; some entities may take a short time while systems sync.<\/p>\n<h3>2) How can I confirm my National Address change was successful?<\/h3>\n<p>Check \u201cMy Addresses\u201d in SPL, print the <strong>Proof of Address<\/strong>, then sign in to <strong>Absher<\/strong> to ensure the updated address appears.<\/p>\n<h3>3) What\u2019s the difference between the Unit Number and the Sub-Number?<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Unit Number<\/strong> identifies your apartment\/office inside the building, while the <strong>Sub-Number<\/strong> relates to the building\u2019s coordinates within the postal code area.<\/p>\n<h3>4) Can I move family members to my address?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes\u2014add dependents under your SPL account to your household address, then ensure they appear on the Proof of Address.<\/p>\n<h3>5) What\u2019s the easiest way to find my National Address?<\/h3>\n<p>Go to SPL &gt; \u201cMy Addresses,\u201d or use the <strong>Short Address<\/strong> from SPL\/government apps.<\/p>\n<h3>6) What should I do when moving to another city?<\/h3>\n<p>Perform a <strong>National Address change<\/strong> via SPL with your new address, then update it through <strong>Absher<\/strong> so it\u2019s reflected across entities.<\/p>\n<h3>7) Can I delete all saved addresses?<\/h3>\n<p>No\u2014you must keep at least one active default address; you can switch which one is \u201cdefault.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>8) Is entering the Unit Number always required?<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s necessary for multi-unit buildings (apartments\/offices) to avoid delivery and contract errors.<\/p>\n<h3>9) What\u2019s the best format to share my address with a courier?<\/h3>\n<p>Send the <strong>Short Address<\/strong> plus a brief note (building name\/nearest entrance) to speed up arrival.<\/p>\n<h3>10) How do I get the Proof of Address?<\/h3>\n<p>From SPL: \u201cMy Addresses\u201d &gt; Print <strong>Proof of Address<\/strong> (PDF) and present it upon request.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Practical Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Keeping your data accurate through a <strong>National Address change<\/strong> and updating it in <strong>Absher<\/strong> saves time and prevents shipment delays or transaction issues. Apply the steps now, and keep both your Proof of Address and Short Address ready for quick sharing. 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