FAQ's

Evidence:


Evidence:


How do I obtain or provide proof of previous address?

A copy of an old bill, e.g., a utility bill, a copy of an old tax return, or old correspondence will suffice. Anything that officially lists your previous address is sufficient. If you're unsure, contact our office for help.


What if I lost or do not have my social security card?

A copy of a tax return, insurance card, or any other document that shows your social security number will suffice. If you're unsure, contact our office for help.


How do I provide proof of name change?

A copy of a marriage certificate or court document showing the name change is sufficient.


Are you the Original Owner?

Please submit the following evidence to support your claim:

Provide a clear copy of your official photo identification or have the claim form notarized.

Provide proof of your social security number.

Provide proof that you or the original owner lived or received mail at the address listed on our web site.
Examples of address proof may include:

  • Auto Registration
  • Driver’s License
  • Birth, Death, or Marriage Certificate
  • Income Tax returns
  • Postmarked envelope addressed to you
  • Bank or Utility Statement
  • Medicare card or Insurance Policy
  • Credit Report
  • School Transcripts
  • Court Documents

Are you claiming on behalf of an Owner who is living?

Please submit the following evidence to support your claim:

Provide a clear copy of your official photo identification or have the claim form notarized.

Provide proof of your social security number.

Provide proof that you or the original owner lived or received mail at the address listed on the web site.

Provide current evidence of your authority to act on behalf of the original owner. If you are acting as an Attorney in Fact for the original owner then you must also provide a clear copy of their official photo identification. If the original owner does not have official photo identification due to incapacity provide a notarized statement of identity from a care provider on company letterhead.


Are you claiming for an Owner who is deceased?

Provide the additional evidence required for each question answered yes.

Did the Decedent have a Valid Will? Is an application for appointment of Personal Representative pending or has a Personal Representative been appointed? Is the value of the Decedent’s estate above one-hundred thousand dollars ($100,000)?

Also submit the following evidence to support your claim:

Submit a completed Affidavit for Collection of Unclaimed Property. It is imperative that you complete EVERY question on the form and provide the supporting documentation directed for each question answered ‘yes’.

Provide a clear copy of your official photo identification or have the claim form notarized.

Provide proof of the deceased owner’s Social Security number, this information can normally be found on the Death Certificate. Providing the decedent’s Social Security number is optional; however, if you choose not to provide this evidence there may be insufficient information available to determine ownership and may result in your claim being denied. If this evidence is provided it will only be disclosed to Section Staff involved in paying your claim and to the federal government as required by law.

Provide verification that the deceased owner of the property you are claiming lived or received mail at the address reported by the original holder of the unclaimed property. The last known address can be found by looking up the property at https://mycash.utah.gov/app/claim-search.


Are you claiming for a Business Entity?

Provide the additional evidence required for each question answered yes.

This business is/was a sole proprietorship

This business is a partnership.

This business is a corporation.

Also submit the following evidence to support your claim:

Provide a clear copy of your official photo identification or have the claim form notarized.

Provide proof of your business Federal Employee's Identification Number (FEIN).

Provide proof that you or the original owner lived or received mail at the address listed on the web site.