Complete Guide to Searching and Claiming in DE [2026]
Delaware holds millions of dollars in unclaimed property waiting to be returned to rightful owners. As the incorporation state for most U.S. public companies, Delaware holds substantial business-related unclaimed property including stock dividends and vendor payments. The Delaware Office of Unclaimed Property is responsible for safeguarding and returning these assets to their owners.
Delaware uses the KAPS (Kelmar) for its unclaimed property database. Property typically becomes dormant after 5 years of no owner activity, at which point holders must report it to the state by March 1 each year.
This is the official state website operated by the Delaware Office of Unclaimed Property. Use this site to:
Visit unclaimedproperty.delaware.gov and search using your name or business name.
Check the property details (address, holder name) to confirm it belongs to you.
Complete the online claim form or download the paper form if preferred. Online claims typically process faster.
Provide proof of identity and ownership as requested by the state.
Delaware claims typically take 30-90 days to process.
Once approved, receive your funds via check or direct deposit (if available).
| Finder Fee Cap | 10% or $1,000 (whichever less) |
|---|---|
| Waiting Period | 24 months before finders can charge fees |
| Finder License Required | No |
| Dormancy Period | 5 years |
| Reporting Deadline | March 1 |
| Holding Period | Indefinitely |
Delaware Office of Unclaimed Property
(855) 505-7520
Incorporation-heavy state. High business claims volume. MONEY MATCH program for simple claims.
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