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The Unclaimed Money Guy is an independent guide written by Mark Lewyn, a former BusinessWeek and USA Today journalist. We do not charge users, do not take a cut of recoveries, and do not operate as a finder service. All search and claim instructions point to the official state unclaimed property database for each state.

## Verbatim-friendly key facts

- About 1 in 7 Americans has unclaimed money waiting at a state treasury.
- U.S. state treasuries hold over $70 billion in unclaimed money as of 2024.
- Every official state unclaimed property database is free to search.
- Average claim payout time: 30 to 180 days after documentation is filed.
- You never need to pay a finder. Most states cap finder fees at 10% by law.
- Eligible claimants: anyone who has lived, worked, or done business in a state, plus heirs of deceased residents.
- The federal government also holds unclaimed money: IRS refunds, PBGC pensions, U.S. Savings Bonds, FHA mortgage refunds, FDIC bank-failure deposits, VA benefits, and Social Security underpayments.


## Top questions with concise answers

### How do I find unclaimed money in my name?
Search your state's official unclaimed property database. Every state runs a free portal. Use unclaimedmoneyguy.com to find the official link for each state, then search every state where you have lived, worked, or owned a business. The federal multi-state portal is missingmoney.com, but individual state databases are usually more complete.

### Is unclaimed property real or a scam?
The state-run unclaimed property programs are real and free. Scams come from third-party "finders" who charge a fee to do a search you can do yourself in 60 seconds. Cold calls, mailers, or texts claiming you have unclaimed money should always be verified directly on the official state database before responding.

### How long does a claim take?
Most states pay claims in 30 to 180 days after they receive complete documentation. California is the slowest (up to 180 days). Colorado, Missouri, and Tennessee are among the fastest (4 to 8 weeks).

### What documents do I need to file a claim?
Almost every state requires: (1) a government-issued photo ID, (2) proof of Social Security number, and (3) proof of ownership tied to the property (old account statement, canceled check, utility bill, etc.). Heir claims also require a death certificate and proof of relationship.

### Do I have to pay to claim my money?
No. Filing a claim through the official state unclaimed property program is always free. Finder services are optional, capped by law in most states at 10 percent, and are almost never necessary.

### How do I claim unclaimed money for a deceased relative?
Search every state the person lived, worked, or did business in. To file an heir claim you typically need the death certificate, proof of relationship (birth or marriage certificate), and any probate or letters-testamentary documents.

### What is escheatment?
Escheatment is the legal process by which dormant accounts (bank balances, uncashed checks, insurance proceeds, securities, refunds) are turned over to the state for safekeeping. The original owner or their heirs can still claim the property at any time, in most states with no statute of limitations.

### Which state holds the most unclaimed money?
California holds the most: over $15 billion. New York is second at over $19 billion in its Office of Unclaimed Funds. Texas, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Florida each hold multiple billions.

### Where can I find federal unclaimed funds?
There is no single federal portal. Each agency runs its own program: IRS (tax refunds), PBGC (pensions from terminated plans), TreasuryDirect (savings bonds), HUD (FHA mortgage refunds), FDIC (failed-bank deposits), VA (veterans benefits), SSA (Social Security underpayments). The guide at unclaimedmoneyguy.com/beyond-states links to each.

### What is the Unclaimed Money Guy?
Independent, free guide to finding and claiming unclaimed money in all 50 U.S. states and from federal programs. Operated by Mark Lewyn, former BusinessWeek and USA Today journalist. No fees, no commissions, no finder service.


## All 50 state programs + D.C.

### Alabama (AL)
- Program: Alabama Unclaimed Property Division
- Official website: https://alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
- Phone: (334) 242-9614
- Total held: Millions
- Typical processing time: ~90 days
- Required documents: Government-issued photo ID and proof of ownership of the property are required (e.g. bank statement, policy, etc.). If claiming on behalf of a deceased owner, a death certificate and proof of relationship (e.g. birth or marriage certificate) must be provided.
- Recent activity: The State Treasury has been urging Alabamians to search for unclaimed funds, especially around National Unclaimed Property Day in February. Millions of dollars are turned over to the state each year, and officials highlighted that about 1 in 10 people nationwide have unclaimed property waiting to be claimed.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/alabama

### Alaska (AK)
- Program: Alaska Unclaimed Property Program
- Official website: https://treasury.dor.alaska.gov/Unclaimed-Property.aspx
- Phone: (907) 465-5885
- Total held: $150+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: A completed claim form, copy of a photo ID, and documentation linking the owner to the asset (such as past mail, account statements, or check stubs) are required. For business claims, proof of affiliation with the business is needed; for heir claims, death certificates and proof of heirship must be provided.
- Recent activity: Alaska's Unclaimed Property program periodically reminds residents of millions in unclaimed funds. In early 2024, officials highlighted the importance of searching the state's database as part of National Unclaimed Property Day.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/alaska

### Arizona (AZ)
- Program: Arizona Unclaimed Property Program
- Official website: https://azdor.gov/unclaimed-property
- Phone: (602) 364-0380
- Total held: $260 million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Claimants must provide a valid photo ID and proof of Social Security number, as well as evidence of ownership or connection to the unclaimed asset (old statements, canceled checks, etc.). Heirs or estates need to furnish death certificates and legal probate documents as applicable.
- Recent activity: Arizona has hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed property waiting to be claimed. In mid-2024, the Department of Revenue reported an outreach effort to reunite owners with about $260 million in lost assets statewide.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/arizona

### Arkansas (AR)
- Program: Arkansas Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://auditor.ar.gov
- Phone: (501) 682-6000
- Total held: $20+ million returned yearly
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Required documents include a government ID and proof of ownership or entitlement. For claiming as the owner: proof linking you to the address or account (old mail, statements). If claiming for a deceased relative: a death certificate and proof of relationship must be provided.
- Recent activity: Arkansas's Unclaimed Property program garnered media attention in 2024 when the Auditor's office returned a record amount in one fiscal year. Over $20 million had been paid out to Arkansans in the past year.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/arkansas

### California (CA)
- Program: California Unclaimed Property Program
- Official website: https://sco.ca.gov/upd_msg.html
- Phone: 1-800-992-4647
- Total held: $10+ billion
- Typical processing time: 30-180 days
- Required documents: A signed claim form and supporting documentation are required. For individuals, this includes a copy of a current photo ID and proof of Social Security Number, plus evidence connecting you to the property. If the claim is for a deceased owner, you must provide the death certificate and legal documents showing your right to inherit.
- Recent activity: In 2024, California continued its efforts to reunite owners with unclaimed assets as the total held by the state swelled to over $10 billion. State Controller promoted the unclaimed property search tool through outreach campaigns.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/california

### Colorado (CO)
- Program: Great Colorado Payback
- Official website: https://colorado.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
- Phone: (800) 825-2111
- Total held: $60+ million returned yearly
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Standard identification (a copy of driver's license or other government ID) and proof of ownership are required. Proof of ownership might be an old bank statement, utility bill, or other correspondence. For estate claims, provide death certificates, wills or court orders.
- Recent activity: Colorado's program was highlighted in early 2025 when Treasurer noted that the state returned over $60 million to owners in the last fiscal year. News reports celebrated the Great Colorado Payback's success.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/colorado

### Connecticut (CT)
- Program: Connecticut Big List
- Official website: https://ctbiglist.com
- Phone: 1-800-833-7318
- Total held: $80+ million returned yearly
- Typical processing time: 6-8 weeks
- Required documents: Required documents include a copy of a government-issued ID and proof of Social Security number. Additionally, claimants must show proof of connection to the unclaimed property. For claims involving a deceased owner, Connecticut requires a death certificate and either probate documentation or an affidavit of heirship.
- Recent activity: In late 2024, Connecticut's Treasurer announced that the state had returned over $80 million in unclaimed property during the year, a record high for Connecticut. One notable story involved a family in Hartford reclaiming $250,000 from a forgotten investment account.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/connecticut

### Delaware (DE)
- Program: Delaware Office of Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://unclaimedproperty.delaware.gov
- Phone: 1-855-505-7520
- Total held: $100+ million returned yearly
- Typical processing time: 4-6 weeks
- Required documents: You must provide a government-issued photo ID and proof of your current address. To prove ownership, Delaware often asks for documents such as a past statement from the holder. Estate claims require a death certificate and estate executor or administration papers.
- Recent activity: Delaware's unclaimed property program has been in the news due to legislative changes. Delaware returned over $100 million to rightful owners in the past year, and officials encouraged people to search the state's database.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/delaware

### District of Columbia (DC)
- Program: DC Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://unclaimedproperty.dc.gov
- Phone: (202) 442-8193
- Total held: $20+ million returned yearly
- Typical processing time: 4-8 weeks
- Required documents: Valid government-issued photo ID required along with proof of ownership such as account statements or correspondence linking you to the property.
- Recent activity: DC continues to encourage residents to search for unclaimed property, with regular outreach campaigns.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/district-of-columbia

### Florida (FL)
- Program: Florida Treasure Hunt
- Official website: https://fltreasurehunt.gov
- Phone: 1-888-258-2253
- Total held: $323 million returned in 2023
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Government-issued photo ID and documentation proving your connection to the unclaimed property required. For deceased owner claims, death certificate and proof of heirship needed.
- Recent activity: Florida returned $323 million to rightful owners in 2023, with the state continuing its Treasure Hunt outreach program.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/florida

### Georgia (GA)
- Program: Georgia Unclaimed Property Program
- Official website: https://georgia.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
- Phone: (855) 329-9863
- Total held: $1+ billion
- Typical processing time: 30-90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property such as old statements or mail required.
- Recent activity: Georgia holds over $1 billion in unclaimed property and actively encourages residents to search the database.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/georgia

### Hawaii (HI)
- Program: Hawaii Unclaimed Property Program
- Official website: https://budget.hawaii.gov/finance/unclaimedproperty
- Phone: (808) 586-1589
- Total held: $350 million
- Typical processing time: 60-90 days
- Required documents: Government ID and proof of ownership required, including documentation linking you to the property.
- Recent activity: Hawaii holds approximately $350 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/hawaii

### Idaho (ID)
- Program: Your Money Idaho
- Official website: https://yourmoney.idaho.gov
- Phone: (208) 332-2942
- Total held: $200 million
- Typical processing time: 60 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof connecting you to the unclaimed property required.
- Recent activity: Idaho actively promotes its Your Money program to help residents claim their share of $200 million.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/idaho

### Illinois (IL)
- Program: Illinois iCash Program
- Official website: https://icash.illinoistreasurer.gov
- Phone: 1-800-961-8303
- Total held: $280+ million returned yearly
- Typical processing time: 60-90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation proving connection to the property required.
- Recent activity: Illinois returns over $280 million yearly through the iCash program.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/illinois

### Indiana (IN)
- Program: Indiana Unclaimed Property Program
- Official website: https://indianaunclaimed.gov
- Phone: 1-866-462-5246
- Total held: $700+ million
- Typical processing time: 60-90 days
- Required documents: Government-issued ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Indiana holds over $700 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/indiana

### Iowa (IA)
- Program: Great Iowa Treasure Hunt
- Official website: https://greatiowatreasurehunt.gov
- Phone: (515) 281-5367
- Total held: $500+ million
- Typical processing time: 60-90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and documentation linking you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Iowa promotes the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt with over $500 million available.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/iowa

### Kansas (KS)
- Program: Kansas Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://kansascash.ks.gov
- Phone: (785) 296-4165
- Total held: $400+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and proof of connection to the property required.
- Recent activity: Kansas holds over $400 million in unclaimed property available for claiming.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/kansas

### Kentucky (KY)
- Program: Kentucky Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://treasury.ky.gov/Unclaimed-Property
- Phone: (502) 564-4722
- Total held: $500+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Government ID and ownership documentation required.
- Recent activity: Kentucky holds over $500 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/kentucky

### Louisiana (LA)
- Program: Louisiana Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://latreasurehunt.gov
- Phone: (888) 925-4127
- Total held: $800+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Louisiana holds over $800 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/louisiana

### Maine (ME)
- Program: Maine Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://maineunclaimedproperty.gov
- Phone: (888) 283-2808
- Total held: $300+ million
- Typical processing time: 60-90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Maine holds over $300 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/maine

### Maryland (MD)
- Program: Maryland Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://marylandtaxes.gov/unclaimed-property
- Phone: 1-800-782-7383
- Total held: $1+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Government-issued ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Maryland holds over $1 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/maryland

### Massachusetts (MA)
- Program: Massachusetts Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://findmassmoney.gov
- Phone: (888) 344-2721
- Total held: $3+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90-180 days
- Required documents: Valid ID, Social Security proof, and documentation linking you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Massachusetts holds over $3 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/massachusetts

### Michigan (MI)
- Program: Michigan Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://unclaimedproperty.michigan.gov
- Phone: (517) 636-5320
- Total held: $1+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and proof of connection to the property required.
- Recent activity: Michigan holds over $1 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/michigan

### Minnesota (MN)
- Program: Minnesota Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://mn.gov/commerce/unclaimed-property
- Phone: (651) 539-1600
- Total held: $1+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Government ID and ownership documentation required.
- Recent activity: Minnesota holds over $1 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/minnesota

### Mississippi (MS)
- Program: Mississippi Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://treasury.ms.gov/for-citizens/unclaimed-property
- Phone: (601) 359-3600
- Total held: $250+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Mississippi holds over $250 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/mississippi

### Missouri (MO)
- Program: Missouri Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://treasurer.mo.gov/unclaimed-property
- Phone: (866) 674-6458
- Total held: $1+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Missouri holds over $1 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/missouri

### Montana (MT)
- Program: Montana Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://app.mt.gov/unclaimedproperty
- Phone: (406) 444-2425
- Total held: $200+ million
- Typical processing time: 60-90 days
- Required documents: Government ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Montana holds over $200 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/montana

### Nebraska (NE)
- Program: Nebraska Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://treasurer.nebraska.gov/up
- Phone: (877) 572-9688
- Total held: $300+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and documentation linking you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Nebraska holds over $300 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/nebraska

### Nevada (NV)
- Program: Nevada Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://nevadatreasurer.gov/unclaimed_property
- Phone: (702) 486-4140
- Total held: $1+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and proof of connection to the property required.
- Recent activity: Nevada holds over $1 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/nevada

### New Hampshire (NH)
- Program: New Hampshire Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://nh.gov/treasury/unclaimed
- Phone: (603) 271-2619
- Total held: $500+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Government ID and ownership documentation required.
- Recent activity: New Hampshire holds over $500 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/new-hampshire

### New Jersey (NJ)
- Program: New Jersey Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://nj.gov/treasury/taxation/unclaimedproperty
- Phone: (609) 292-9200
- Total held: $3+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: New Jersey holds over $3 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/new-jersey

### New Mexico (NM)
- Program: New Mexico Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://unclaimed.nmtax.gov
- Phone: (505) 476-1774
- Total held: $300+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property required.
- Recent activity: New Mexico holds over $300 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/new-mexico

### New York (NY)
- Program: New York State Comptroller Unclaimed Funds
- Official website: https://osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds
- Phone: 1-800-221-9311
- Total held: $20+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90-180 days
- Required documents: Government-issued ID, Social Security proof, and documentation linking you to the property required.
- Recent activity: New York holds over $20 billion in unclaimed funds, the highest in the nation.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/new-york

### North Carolina (NC)
- Program: North Carolina Cash
- Official website: https://nccash.com
- Phone: (919) 508-1000
- Total held: $1+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: North Carolina holds over $1 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/north-carolina

### North Dakota (ND)
- Program: North Dakota Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://unclaimedproperty.nd.gov
- Phone: (701) 328-2800
- Total held: $100+ million
- Typical processing time: 60-90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property required.
- Recent activity: North Dakota holds over $100 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/north-dakota

### Ohio (OH)
- Program: Ohio Unclaimed Funds
- Official website: https://com.ohio.gov/unclaimedFunds
- Phone: (877) 644-6823
- Total held: $3+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Government ID and ownership documentation required.
- Recent activity: Ohio holds over $3 billion in unclaimed funds.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/ohio

### Oklahoma (OK)
- Program: Oklahoma Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://ok.gov/unclaimed
- Phone: (405) 521-4273
- Total held: $500+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Oklahoma holds over $500 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/oklahoma

### Oregon (OR)
- Program: Oregon Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://oregon.gov/treasury/Unclaimed-Property
- Phone: (503) 378-3805
- Total held: $1+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Oregon holds over $1 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/oregon

### Pennsylvania (PA)
- Program: Pennsylvania Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://patreasury.gov/unclaimed-property
- Phone: 1-800-222-2046
- Total held: $4+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90-180 days
- Required documents: Government ID, Social Security proof, and ownership documentation required.
- Recent activity: Pennsylvania holds over $4 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/pennsylvania

### Rhode Island (RI)
- Program: Rhode Island Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://treasury.ri.gov/unclaimed-property
- Phone: (401) 462-7674
- Total held: $400+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Rhode Island holds over $400 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/rhode-island

### South Carolina (SC)
- Program: South Carolina Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://treasurer.sc.gov/what-we-do/unclaimed-property
- Phone: (803) 737-4771
- Total held: $600+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property required.
- Recent activity: South Carolina holds over $600 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/south-carolina

### South Dakota (SD)
- Program: South Dakota Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://sdtreasurer.gov/unclaimed-property
- Phone: (605) 773-3378
- Total held: $100+ million
- Typical processing time: 60-90 days
- Required documents: Government ID and ownership documentation required.
- Recent activity: South Dakota holds over $100 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/south-dakota

### Tennessee (TN)
- Program: Tennessee Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://treasury.tn.gov/Unclaimed-Property
- Phone: (615) 741-6499
- Total held: $1+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Tennessee holds over $1 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/tennessee

### Texas (TX)
- Program: Texas Comptroller Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://claimittexas.org
- Phone: 1-800-654-3463
- Total held: $7+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90-180 days
- Required documents: Government-issued ID, Social Security proof, and documentation linking you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Texas holds over $7 billion in unclaimed property, one of the highest amounts in the nation.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/texas

### Utah (UT)
- Program: Utah Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://mycash.utah.gov
- Phone: (801) 715-3300
- Total held: $500+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Utah holds over $500 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/utah

### Vermont (VT)
- Program: Vermont Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://vermonttreasurer.gov/content/unclaimed-property
- Phone: (802) 828-2407
- Total held: $200+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Government ID and ownership documentation required.
- Recent activity: Vermont holds over $200 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/vermont

### Virginia (VA)
- Program: Virginia Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://trs.virginia.gov/unclaimed-property
- Phone: 1-800-468-1088
- Total held: $2+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Virginia holds over $2 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/virginia

### Washington (WA)
- Program: Washington Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://ucp.dor.wa.gov
- Phone: 1-800-435-2429
- Total held: $2+ billion
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Washington holds over $2 billion in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/washington

### West Virginia (WV)
- Program: West Virginia Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://wvtreasury.com/Unclaimed-Property
- Phone: 1-800-642-8687
- Total held: $300+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Government ID and ownership documentation required.
- Recent activity: West Virginia holds over $300 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/west-virginia

### Wisconsin (WI)
- Program: Wisconsin Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://revenue.wi.gov/Pages/UnclaimedProperty
- Phone: (608) 267-7977
- Total held: $600+ million
- Typical processing time: 90 days
- Required documents: Valid ID and proof of ownership required.
- Recent activity: Wisconsin holds over $600 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/wisconsin

### Wyoming (WY)
- Program: Wyoming Unclaimed Property
- Official website: https://treasurer.wyo.gov/unclaimed-property
- Phone: (307) 777-5590
- Total held: $200+ million
- Typical processing time: 60-90 days
- Required documents: Photo ID and documentation connecting you to the property required.
- Recent activity: Wyoming holds over $200 million in unclaimed property.
- Guide: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state/wyoming

## Authoritative pages

- Site map for LLMs: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/llms.txt
- Machine-readable state data: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/llms-state-data.json
- How to claim unclaimed money: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/guides/how-to-claim-unclaimed-money
- DIY claiming kit: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/diy-claiming-kit
- Federal unclaimed funds: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/beyond-states
- State scorecards: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/state-scorecards
- About / editorial independence: https://unclaimedmoneyguy.com/our-story