Unclaimed money in Nebraska

Unclaimed property in Nebraska is money or assets that people have lost track of. This includes old bank accounts, unclaimed paychecks, security deposits, insurance payouts, and utility refunds. The state holds this money until you claim it.

Search for your unclaimed money

Start by searching the Nebraska Unclaimed Property database. Go to the official search site run by the Nebraska State Treasurer's office.

When you search, try different variations of your name:

• Your full legal name
• Nicknames or shortened versions
• Your name with a middle initial instead of your full middle name
• Your maiden name if you changed it
• Any other names you've gone by

Also search using old addresses where you've lived. If you're looking for a deceased relative's unclaimed property, search under their full legal name.

What counts as unclaimed property

Nebraska's unclaimed property program handles many types of lost money:

• Dormant bank and savings accounts
• Uncashed paychecks
• Refunds from utilities or deposits
• Insurance proceeds or policy refunds
• Stock dividends or uncashed checks from companies
• Royalties or mineral rights payments
• Money from unclaimed court cases or settlements

File a claim

When you find property in your name, the search results will tell you how to file a claim. You'll need to prove your identity and right to the money.

Common documents you may need to provide:

• A valid government-issued ID (driver's license or passport)
• Proof of your current address (utility bill or lease)
• Documentation linking you to the unclaimed property (old bank statements, letters from the company, or other records)
• If claiming for a deceased person: a certified death certificate, proof you're an heir or executor, and your ID

Keep copies of everything you submit. The state will review your claim and contact you if they need more information.

How long it takes

Claims can take weeks or months to process, depending on how much documentation is needed and how busy the office is. The state will send you a check or process a direct deposit once your claim is approved.

Claiming for a deceased relative

You can claim unclaimed property that belonged to someone who has died. You'll typically need to show:

• A certified copy of their death certificate
• Proof that you're an heir, executor, or administrator of their estate
• Your own government ID

The state may ask for a copy of the will or court documents showing your legal right to claim the property.

Protect yourself from scams

Be cautious of services that charge fees to help you claim unclaimed property. Claiming your own unclaimed money is free. The state will never contact you first asking for personal information or payment to release your money.

Do not give your Social Security number, banking information, or other sensitive details to anyone claiming to represent the state unless you initiated the contact and confirmed their identity.

Get help

If you have questions about unclaimed property in Nebraska, contact the State Treasurer's office directly through their website. You can also learn more about unclaimed money or check our other Nebraska benefit programs.