How Do You Claim Funds?

If you would like to search on-line for funds under your name, click here and follow the instructions. The claim form is located in the first column on the left when you complete a search. If you find accounts belonging to you or someone you know, you can either print the claim form, complete it and return it to us for processing, or, if you are unable to print the form, you can submit the information on-line to us and we will mail a claim form to you.

Pursuant to section 169.06 of the Ohio Revised Code, you must possess a proprietary interest in an unclaimed account in order to request a claim form.  A proprietary interest can include ownership or a right to the unclaimed funds; however, you may also request a claim form for a family member or friend.

Be advised that the information provided on this website is for the use of the general public and is not intended for paid, professional finders.  These listings do not contain sufficient information to enable preparation of the required full-disclosure contract, nor is a "check received date" available for calculation of the 24 month waiting period.  A Finder may not be involved in a claim until it has been in the custody of the Division of Unclaimed Funds for a minimum of twenty-four months.  In order to receive information needed to operate legally as a finder in Ohio, please contact our office.

Completing the Claim Form

Please complete and sign the claim form.  If the account is $100 or more, the form must also be notarized.  Return it with the required documentation to the Division of Unclaimed Funds, 77 South High Street, 20^th floor, Columbus, Ohio, 43215-6108.  Instructions and answers to frequently asked questions are attached to the form and can also be found on our website at Claim Questions.

Documentation

Please note that the documentation section of the Claim Form is specific to each claim. It lists the documentation required to prove your particular claim; however, additional documentation may be required once we have reviewed your claim. A copy of your personal identification is always required for all claims. Please make sure it is clear and legible. General information on claims documentation is included in Claims Questions.