# What documents do I need to claim unclaimed property?

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- Region: United States

## Short answer
Almost every state asks for a government photo ID, proof of your Social Security number, and proof that you are connected to the address or account listed on the property record. Heir claims add a death certificate and proof of relationship or estate authority; business claims add proof of corporate authority.

## The standard set
Have clear scans ready before you start — most portals reject blurry or cropped uploads.

- Driver's license, state ID, or passport
- Social Security card, W-2, or tax document showing the number
- Utility bill, lease, bank statement, or tax record tying you to the listed address
- The claim ID from the search result

## Heir and estate claims
If the owner has died, states need the death certificate plus documentation of your authority: letters testamentary, a small-estate affidavit, or a will, depending on the state and the amount.

## Securities and safe deposit contents
Shares, dividends, and safe deposit box contents take longer because the state must verify ownership history and, in some cases, reissue or liquidate holdings — expect 90 to 180 days rather than 30 to 60.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do I need to notarize my claim?

Some states require notarization above a dollar threshold or for estate claims. The claim form states the requirement.

### What if my name changed?

Provide the linking document — a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order — along with the standard ID set.

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