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FAQs (Arizona Unclaimed Property) (Visit this siteExternal Link to FAQs (Arizona Unclaimed Property))

Arizona Unclaimed Property Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Arizona Unclaimed Property Owners FAQs

Arizona Unclaimed Property Holders FAQs


Arizona Unclaimed Property Owners FAQs

General Information

  • How much unclaimed property does the state have?

  • When did the program start? How far back do your records go?

  • Who reports unclaimed property?

  • Does the state sell the safe deposit box contents?

  • When is property considered abandoned?

  • What does the state do with the money?

    Claims Information

  • I found my name. How do I file a claim?

  • How do I get a claim form?

  • What if I do not have a printer?

  • I received a claim form from your office. Why can't I find my name on your database?

  • Who can claim funds listed in the database?

  • I still live at the address shown in your records. Why was the property reported to the state?

  • There is no address listed with the name I found in the database. How do I find out if it belongs to me? How would I prove that the funds belong to me?

  • Is there a time limit for filing a claim?

  • Once I file a claim how long, does it take to receive my funds?

  • I have lived in other states. How do I find out if I have unclaimed property in another state?

  • Do I have to pay a finder's fee?

  • Your web site shows dollar ranges and not specific amounts. How do I find out the specific dollar amount of my claim?

    Heir Finder Information

  • Does the Department sell the unclaimed property listing?

  • Will the Department discloses the property values?

  • How does the state attempt to contact the owners?

  • Will the Department pay the heir finder's fee?

  • Will the Department research owner's property for heir finders?

  • What if the owner will not pay the heir finder's fee?

  • How much money can I make finding owners of unclaimed property?

  • Can you furnish addresses for other state's unclaimed property offices?

  • Are hard copies of the Unclaimed Property listings available?

  • How long does it take to get a claim paid?


    Arizona Unclaimed Property Holders FAQs

  • Can holders report early?

  • How do I get an extension?

  • What is the Department of Revenue's Federal ID number (FEIN)?

  • How should securities be registered?

  • What is your mailing address?

  • Do holders have to report if there is nothing to report?

  • Do holders need to report items under $50.00?

  • Do holders need to report small amounts of unclaimed property even when the cost of research and reporting exceeds the property value?

  • If the holder cannot find the owners, how will the state be able to locate them?

  • We paid an owner funds that were reported to your office. How do we get our money back?

  • We reported property to you in error? How do we get our money back?

  • Can I report electronically?

  • Do you accept the new NAUPA format?

  • Can I send you my report via email?

  • We discovered "past due" property and would like to report it without penalty. Does your office accept voluntary disclosure agreements?

  • How do I open or close my Unclaimed Property account?

  • How do I obtain a Holder Reporting Number?

  • What category code do I use?

  • Can I send all the money to your state or report to each state?

  • Do you accept Wagers (HRS) reporting software?

  • What happens if I file late?

  • How do I find out more information about upcoming workshops regarding unclaimed property reporting?

  • How long do I have to keep my report and working file after I report?

  • We mailed out a check to a customer and it came back undeliverable. Do we report the incorrect address or just list it as unknown?

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