Unclaimed Money in New York
New York holds millions in forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, deposits and refunds. Search the official New York government database below — it's free and you claim directly from the state.
Search New York's official database → Search MissingMoney.com (NAUPA) →Both searches are free government tools. FoundMoney takes $0 and never charges to recover your money.
How to claim unclaimed money in New York — step by step
- Open the official New York unclaimed-property search.
- Enter your name (and former names / previous addresses if prompted).
- Also search MissingMoney.com, the multi-state NAUPA database.
- If you find a match, start a claim and upload the ID/proof the state requests.
- Submit and track your claim. The state pays you directly — no fee.
Frequently asked questions
How do I search for unclaimed money in New York?
Use New York's official unclaimed-property search and missingmoney.com. Both are free government-backed tools — enter your name to see if the state is holding money for you.
Is New York's unclaimed property search free?
Yes. New York and the national NAUPA/missingmoney.com database are always free. Never pay a "finder" a percentage to recover money you can claim yourself.
What kind of money goes unclaimed in New York?
Forgotten bank accounts, uncashed paychecks, insurance payouts, security deposits, refunds, stocks, and contents of safe-deposit boxes turned over to the state.