Change of personal information FAQs

How can I update my housing application? You can update your application using the Housing Registration Change of Circumstances form

I am a Sandwell Council tenant, how can I update you about a change to my current tenancy information? Log onto MySandwell and sign in or register for My Account 

What information can I change? You can request to change personal information relating to your tenancy

  • tenant's name - following marriage, divorce or name changes via deed poll
  • add an occupant - someone who has moved into your property and now lives with you
  • remove an occupant - someone who has moved out of your property and no longer lives with you
  • update an occupant - make corrections to spelling of name, date of birth etc
  • add/remove/update contact details - phone or email

Can I add or remove a tenant? If you want to request either a joint or sole tenancy you will need to complete the relevant request form and provide all of the information and proofs required. You can also do this via my.sandwell.gov.uk

Do I need to provide proof? Yes, if you are requesting to change the name of a tenant, proof can either be a:

  • marriage certificate
  • decree absolute
  • deed poll certificate

No, if you are adding, removing or amending an occupant, however we may need to request proof of ID later should you request a move or require a priority assessment

No, if you are adding/removing or updating contact details