Complete Guide to Searching and Claiming in HI [2026]
Hawaii holds millions of dollars in unclaimed property waiting to be returned to rightful owners. The Aloha State's geographic isolation and transient military population contribute to significant unclaimed property from relocated service members and tourism industry workers. The Hawaii Department of Budget & Finance is responsible for safeguarding and returning these assets to their owners.
Hawaii uses the eHawaii/Tyler Technologies (NOT KAPS) 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 November 1 each year.
This is the official state website operated by the Hawaii Department of Budget & Finance. Use this site to:
Visit unclaimedproperty.ehawaii.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.
Hawaii claims typically take 60-90 days to process.
Once approved, receive your funds via check or direct deposit (if available).
| Finder Fee Cap | 25% |
|---|---|
| Waiting Period | 24 months before finders can charge fees |
| Finder License Required | No |
| Dormancy Period | 5 years |
| Reporting Deadline | November 1 |
| Holding Period | 10 years (under $100) / Indefinitely (over $100) |
Hawaii Department of Budget & Finance
(808) 586-1589
Lower volume state. Claims <$100 must be filed within 10 years.
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