Complete Guide to Searching and Claiming in NY [2026]
New York holds millions of dollars in unclaimed property waiting to be returned to rightful owners. The Empire State holds billions in unclaimed property through the Office of State Comptroller, including Wall Street dividends and corporate vendor payments. The New York Office of State Comptroller is responsible for safeguarding and returning these assets to their owners.
New York uses the KAPS (Kelmar) for its unclaimed property database. Property typically becomes dormant after 3 years of no owner activity, at which point holders must report it to the state by March 10 each year.
This is the official state website operated by the New York Office of State Comptroller. Use this site to:
Visit ouf.osc.ny.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.
New York claims typically take 30-90 days to process.
Once approved, receive your funds via check or direct deposit (if available).
| Finder Fee Cap | 15% |
|---|---|
| Waiting Period | No waiting period - finders can contact owners immediately |
| Finder License Required | No |
| Dormancy Period | 3 years |
| Reporting Deadline | March 10 |
| Holding Period | Indefinitely |
New York Office of State Comptroller
(800) 221-9311
Migrated to KAPS in 2025. Confirmation email within 48 hours. Multiple properties = one combined check.
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