What proof is required to become a resident of Massachusetts?

To establish and maintain residency in Massachusetts, you will need to:

1. Reside in Massachusetts on a permanent basis.

* This means that you must make Massachusetts your primary home, and you must intend to remain in Massachusetts indefinitely.

2. Satisfy one or more of the following criteria to establish residency:

* Obtain a Massachusetts driver's license or state ID.

* Register your vehicle in Massachusetts.

* File your personal state income taxes.

* Register to vote in Massachusetts.

* Rent an apartment or buy a home in Massachusetts.

* Obtain or continue employment in Massachusetts.

* Enroll children in Massachusetts schools.

* Maintain any other connections with Massachusetts (e.g., bank accounts, utility accounts, memberships in organizations, etc.).

3. You must continue to meet and maintain the residency criteria.

*If you no longer satisfy these requirements, you may be considered to have abandoned your residency in Massachusetts and may be required to pay income taxes to another state.