What Documents Are Commonly Required?

The documents required to claim unclaimed property vary depending on the property type, the claimant's relationship to the original owner, and the state or holder reviewing the claim. Here are the most commonly requested documents.

Proof of identity

• Driver's license or state-issued ID
• Passport
• Social Security card or tax document showing your SSN (submitted through a secure channel—not by email)

Proof of address

• Utility bill, bank statement, or lease agreement matching the address on file
• Must typically be dated within the last 60–90 days

Ownership or authority records

• For individual claims: documents showing you are the property owner
• For estate claims: death certificate, probate court orders, letters testamentary, or letters of administration
• For trust claims: trust agreement and trustee identification
• For business claims: formation documents, certificates of good standing, or authorization letters

Additional documentation

• For stock or dividend claims: stock certificates or brokerage statements
• For insurance claims: policy numbers or beneficiary documentation
• For uncashed checks: payee information and check details

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We provide a personalized checklist once we review your situation. We help organize the documents, explain what is needed, and prepare the submission package. Documents are submitted through a secure channel—not by ordinary email.

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