South Carolina unclaimed property: search & claim for free
The South Carolina State Treasurer holds unclaimed paychecks, bank accounts, deposits, and refunds owed to current and former South Carolina residents. Searching South Carolina Unclaimed Property Program takes about a minute and costs nothing.
How to claim unclaimed money in South Carolina
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Search the official South Carolina database
Go to South Carolina Unclaimed Property Program — the official search run by the South Carolina State Treasurer — 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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina State Treasurer 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 South Carolina 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.
- South Carolina also lists properties on MissingMoney.com, the NAUPA-endorsed multi-state search.
South Carolina unclaimed property FAQ
How do I find unclaimed money in South Carolina?
Search your name for free on South Carolina Unclaimed Property Program, the official South Carolina unclaimed-property search run by the South Carolina State Treasurer. Check every name variation and past South Carolina address.
Is the South Carolina unclaimed property search free?
Yes. Searching and claiming through the South Carolina State Treasurer is completely free. Never pay a finder's fee for property you can claim yourself.
What kinds of unclaimed property does South Carolina 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 South Carolina?
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 South Carolina.
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Quovrd is an informational tool — not a law firm, claims service, or government agency — and is not affiliated with the South Carolina State Treasurer. 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.