Arkansas unclaimed property: search & claim for free
The Arkansas Auditor of State holds unclaimed paychecks, bank accounts, deposits, and refunds owed to current and former Arkansas residents. Searching The Great Arkansas Treasure Hunt takes about a minute and costs nothing.
How to claim unclaimed money in Arkansas
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Search the official Arkansas database
Go to The Great Arkansas Treasure Hunt — the official search run by the Arkansas Auditor of State — and search your name, including maiden or former names. Searching is free.
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Search every name and address variation
Repeat the search for nicknames, misspellings, and every Arkansas address you've had. Businesses report property under the details they had on file.
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Start a claim for each match
Select your properties and start a claim directly on the official site. You'll be asked to verify your identity and connection to the reported address.
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Submit proof and track the payout
Upload or mail the requested documents (photo ID, proof of address, sometimes an SSN). The Arkansas Auditor of State reviews the claim and pays approved amounts — processing commonly takes a few weeks to a few months.
Documents you may need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Proof of current address
- Proof of your past Arkansas address (if claiming under it)
- Social Security number (for verification on many claims)
Good to know
- Searching and claiming is always free — never pay a finder’s fee.
- You can claim on behalf of deceased relatives as an heir, with extra documentation.
- Arkansas also lists properties on MissingMoney.com, the NAUPA-endorsed multi-state search.
Arkansas unclaimed property FAQ
How do I find unclaimed money in Arkansas?
Search your name for free on The Great Arkansas Treasure Hunt, the official Arkansas unclaimed-property search run by the Arkansas Auditor of State. Check every name variation and past Arkansas address.
Is the Arkansas unclaimed property search free?
Yes. Searching and claiming through the Arkansas Auditor of State is completely free. Never pay a finder's fee for property you can claim yourself.
What kinds of unclaimed property does Arkansas hold?
Typical property includes uncashed paychecks, dormant bank accounts, security deposits, insurance proceeds, refunds, safe-deposit-box contents, and stocks or dividends.
What if I've lived outside Arkansas?
Search every state you've lived or worked in — property is reported to the state of your last known address on the account. Most states also participate in MissingMoney.com, including Arkansas.
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Quovrd is an informational tool — not a law firm, claims service, or government agency — and is not affiliated with the Arkansas Auditor of State. We do not file claims on your behalf, and eligibility and payouts are never guaranteed. A linked page may be guidance, support, a directory, a tracker, or a filing destination. Confirm the responsible organization, deadlines, eligibility, and instructions before submitting personal information, and never pay a fee to claim money that is rightfully yours. Read the full disclaimer.