Unclaimed property in California

88,983,440 records · $13,402,238,350 unclaimed · 3,793 cities

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Data current as of September 10, 2026 · official state programs

Browse unclaimed-property records associated with owner addresses in California — including uncashed checks, dormant bank accounts, insurance payouts, and security deposits. A record may be held by a different state program; each result identifies the program where you should verify and claim it. Search your name below, browse by city, or read how to claim it.

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How to claim unclaimed property in California

Claiming is free and there's no deadline. The process:

  1. Search your name for unclaimed property — and any former or maiden names — in records associated with California addresses.
  2. Confirm a match is yours by checking the address, holder, and amount.
  3. Follow the result's claim link to the official state program holding that specific record.
  4. Receive your payment directly from the state — with no fee.

Go to California's official unclaimed-property program →

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How California's unclaimed property program works

Banks, employers, insurers, and other businesses in California must hand over property they can't return to the owner after a dormancy period — typically one to five years. California then safeguards it indefinitely and publishes the owner's name, which is what you search here. Learn more about how unclaimed property works and the types you might find.

California unclaimed property FAQ

How do I find unclaimed money in California?

Search your name — including any former or maiden name — in California's records above. It's free. When you find a match, verify it and file your claim through California's official unclaimed-property program.

Is there a deadline to claim unclaimed property in California?

No. California, like other states, holds unclaimed property indefinitely until the owner or their heirs claim it. There's no deadline, though it's best to claim promptly — some property, such as securities, can be sold by the state.

Is it free to claim unclaimed property in California?

Yes. Searching here and claiming through California's official program are both free. Be cautious of "finders" who charge a percentage to recover money you can claim yourself.

How much unclaimed property does California have?

We currently hold 88,983,440 records worth $13,402,238,350 for owners in California, across 3,793 cities — and the total grows as we load more data.

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