Billions of dollars
in unclaimed property is held in the custody of the states — and many people don’t know it belongs to them
In the U.S., billions of dollars in unclaimed property are held by the states, waiting for their owners. It’s not a trap or misleading advertising: it’s real money you can check for free.
Where does that money come from?
From inactive bank accounts, uncashed checks, deposits, dividends and forgotten insurance policies.
Is there any cost to check?
No. The search on the official site is completely free.
Who can search?
Anyone, the heirs of a deceased relative, and businesses too.
Do I need documents to start?
Not to search. Only when you claim will they ask you to verify your identity.
📌 What you’ll see on this page
💵 What unclaimed property is
🏦 Where that money comes from
👥 Who can claim it
🔎 How to check for free
🏦 Where that money comes from
👥 Who can claim it
🔎 How to check for free
What funds may be in your name?
- ✓ Inactive bank accounts
- ✓ Uncashed paychecks
- ✓ Rental or security deposits
- ✓ Forgotten dividends and investments
- ✓ Pending life insurance
- ✓ Retirement funds
Who can claim?
- ✓ Anyone who lives or has lived in the state
- ✓ Heirs of a deceased relative
- ✓ Businesses with pending credits or refunds
| Summary | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cost | Free on the official site |
| Who | Individuals, heirs and businesses |
| Requirements | None to search |
| Where | Official search tool (unclaimed.org) |
⚠️ Important: The search is free on the official site. Be wary of any person or page that charges to “release” your money.
In the next step we’ll show you the complete step-by-step to search your name (and your relatives’) and claim what belongs to you.
SEE HOW TO SEARCHYou'll stay on the same site.