Find unclaimed funds held by the government that might be owed to you.
What is unclaimed money?
If a business, financial institution, or government owes you money that you did not collect, it is considered unclaimed money or property.
You may be able to file for unclaimed money owed to you, or that was owed to a deceased relative if you are their legal heir.
Search by state
State governments hold most unclaimed money. Bank accounts, insurance policies, or state agencies are common sources of unclaimed funds.
Search for unclaimed money from your state’s unclaimed property office. If you have lived in other states, check their unclaimed property offices, too.
Search other databases
There is no single place to look for all unclaimed money. Use the separate databases in the following chart, to search for each type of unclaimed money.
LAST UPDATED: September 24, 2025
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