diff --git a/.gitlab/merge_request_templates/MR.md b/.gitlab/merge_request_templates/MR.md
index fb4aa8e..c573dc8 100644
--- a/.gitlab/merge_request_templates/MR.md
+++ b/.gitlab/merge_request_templates/MR.md
@@ -25,6 +25,9 @@ Closes: (Issue id)
 - :white_check_mark: The **documentation** (architecture, developer, operator, user) is in line with the changes in the MR.
   <!-- Either it is still accurate or the MR updates the documentation appropriately. -->
 
+- :white_check_mark: **CHANGELOG.md** is up-to-date with the changes in the MR.
+  <!-- Please check that you have extended `CHANGELOG.md` appropriately. -->
+
 - :white_check_mark: My contribution adheres to the [**Contribution Guidelines**](CONTRIBUTING.md).
   Specifically:
     - I provide my contribution under the terms and conditions of the [Apache 2.0 license](LICENSE.Apache-2.0). I am aware of the patent grant that is part of this license and certify conformance.