Update Your Business Location in Google Maps

To change your work address in Google Maps, you need to access Google Business Profile, which is the tool Google uses to manage business information across Maps, Search, and other Google services. The process takes about five minutes and requires you to verify that you own or manage the business before the change goes live.

If you manage the business profile yourself, you can make the change when ready. If someone else set up the profile, you will need to request access first, which can take a few days. Either way, the address change is free and does not require any special software or payment.

Key Takeaways

  • You must sign in to Google Business Profile with the Google account that manages the business listing to change the address.
  • The address change takes effect on Google Maps and Google Search within a few hours to a few days, depending on whether Google needs to verify the new location.
  • If you do not have access to the business profile, you can request access from the current owner or manager through the Business Profile interface.
  • Changing your address does not affect customer reviews, photos, or other information already posted to your business profile.
  • If your business moved to a new building but kept the same street address, you may only need to update the suite or unit number rather than the full address.

Sign In to Google Business Profile

Go to google.com/business in your web browser and sign in with the Google account that manages your business profile. If you have multiple business profiles, Google will show you a list. Click on the business whose address you want to change.

If you do not see your business listed, it may not have a profile yet, or you may not have access to the existing one. You can search for your business by name to see if a profile exists. If it does exist but you are not listed as a manager, you will need to request access from whoever created it.

Find and Edit the Address Field

Once you are in your business profile, look for the Info tab on the left side of the screen. Click it to see your business information, including the current address. Find the address field and click the pencil icon next to it to edit.

A text box will appear with your current address. Delete the old address and type in the new one. Google will show you suggestions as you type. Click the correct suggestion from the dropdown menu to make sure the address is formatted properly and matches what Google recognizes.

Verify the New Address if Google Asks

After you enter the new address, Google may ask you to verify that you actually work there. This happens when you move to a location Google has not seen before or when the change seems unusual. Verification protects your business from someone else changing your address without permission.

Google offers several verification methods: a postcard mailed to the new address (takes one to two weeks), a phone call to a number you provide (takes a few minutes), or when ready verification if you have a Google Workspace account at that address. Choose the method that works fastest for you. You cannot publish the address change until verification is complete.

Save Your Changes

Once you have entered the new address and chosen a verification method if needed, look for a Save or Publish button at the bottom of the form. Click it to save your changes. If Google is asking for verification, the button may say Request Verification instead.

After you save, Google will show a confirmation message. The address change will appear on your Google Business Profile when ready, but it may take a few hours to a few days to show up on Google Maps and Google Search results while Google processes the update.

Request Access If You Are Not the Profile Owner

If the business profile exists but you do not have permission to edit it, go to google.com/business and search for your business by name. Click on the listing and select Manage This Business. Google will ask you to verify that you work there by sending a postcard to the address on file or by other means.

Once you verify your ownership or management role, you will be added as a manager and can edit the address. The current owner will receive a notification that you have requested access. If they approve you, you will have full editing rights. If they do not respond within a few days, you can escalate the request through Google Business Profile support.

Troubleshoot Common Problems

If the new address does not appear on Google Maps after 24 hours, check that you saved the changes and that verification is complete. Sometimes Google needs extra time to update its systems. You can also check the Updates section of your Business Profile to see the status of your address change.

If Google rejected your address or says it is not a valid business location, make sure you typed it exactly as it appears on official documents or mail you receive there. If the building is very new or in a rural area, Google may not recognize it yet. In that case, try entering the address in a slightly different format, or contact Google Business Profile support for help.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take for the address change to show up on Google Maps?

The address usually appears on your Business Profile within a few hours. Google Maps and Google Search results may take a few days longer. If you need verification, add one to two weeks for the postcard method or a few minutes for phone verification.

Will changing my address affect my customer reviews and ratings?

No. All reviews, ratings, photos, and other customer content stay attached to your business profile when you change the address. Your review score and history do not change.

Can I change my address if I work from home?

Google allows home-based businesses to list a service area instead of a physical address. You can hide your exact address and show only the cities or regions you serve. This option is in the Service Area section of your Business Profile.

What if my business moved but I want to keep the old address showing for a while?

You cannot delay the address change once you save it. If you need time to notify customers, update your website, or change signage, do that before you change the address in Google Maps. Once you change it, the old address will no longer appear.

Do I need to change my address on Google if I only moved my office within the same building?

If you moved to a different suite or unit in the same building, you should update the address to include the new suite number. This helps customers and delivery services find the correct location. The main street address may stay the same, but the suite number should change.