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title: Unclaimed money in California | Plan Before You Die
url: https://planbeforeyoudie.app/states/california/unclaimed-money
source: Plan Before You Die
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# Unclaimed money in California

Use California State Controller's Office's official search to look for money in your name. Searching is free. Follow the state's own instructions if you find a match.
- Official state sources
- Free search
- Checked October 15, 2026
### Open the California search

Start with the State Controller's official search page. Choose Search for Your Property to look for money listed under your name.
### Claim directly with California

California owners can send a claim directly to the State Controller. The state processes the claim without a service charge.
### Keep the California record

Save the property details and any claim reference with your papers. California has no claim deadline once the property reaches the State Controller.

## What we checked

| Fact | Source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| California processes unclaimed property claims without a fee. | [California State Controller's Office](https://www.sco.ca.gov/upd_faq_claiming-property.html) | Oct 15, 2026 |
| California has no claim deadline after property reaches the State Controller. | [California State Controller's Office](https://www.sco.ca.gov/search_upd.html) | Oct 15, 2026 |
| California owners can claim directly without paying a service charge. | [California State Controller's Office](https://www.sco.ca.gov/upd_faq_claiming-property.html) | Oct 15, 2026 |

This guide is general information, not legal advice. Something wrong here? Tell us.