Transferring Your File After Moving

When moving to a new residential area, you may need to transfer your file to the nearest France Travail agency to your new home. This update can be done online, but a written letter remains useful to confirm the transfer.

This page explains how to make this transfer, what information to provide, and offers a ready-to-use letter template, plus a tool to automatically generate your personalized letter.

When should you write this letter?

• You moved to a new residential area far from your current agency;
• You want written confirmation of your file transfer;
• You had difficulty transferring online;
• You need to continue with the same advisor despite the move.

In all these cases, a written letter remains a reliable way to facilitate the transfer.

Required information to include

• Your first and last name and ID number;
• Your new address;
• The actual move-in date;
• The desired new France Travail agency if you know it.

The more accurate this information is, the faster your file transfer will be.

Official letter template

Important note: the letter sent to France Travail must be written in French, as it is a French administration. Below is a template you can use as a basis.

[First name LAST NAME]
[Full address]
[France Travail ID number]

France Travail [Agency]
[Agency address]

Written in [City], on [Date]

Subject: Request for file transfer

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am informing you of my move to [new address] and am requesting the transfer of my file.

[...]

→ The complete letter, tailored precisely to your situation and ready to send, is generated automatically in 3 minutes using the tool above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the transfer automatic after updating my address?

Often yes, but an explanatory letter ensures quick and correct processing.

Will I lose follow-up with my current advisor?

The responsible advisor may change based on the new agency.

How long does the transfer take?

Usually a few weeks to complete the administrative transfer of your file.

Are my benefits affected during the transfer?

No, your benefits should continue without interruption during the transfer process.

What if I move to another area only temporarily?

It's advisable to clarify the temporary nature of the move to avoid an unnecessary permanent transfer.