CO unclaimed property
Find unclaimed money in Colorado
Search free Colorado (CO) unclaimed money records through the Colorado State Treasury. Check bank accounts, utility deposits, insurance proceeds, wages, and other assets reported to the state.
Official links last verified October 21, 2026
Overview
How unclaimed property works in Colorado
Colorado holds unclaimed property when companies, banks, insurers, courts, or other holders cannot locate the rightful owner after the required dormancy period.
The Colorado State Treasury maintains the official Colorado unclaimed property program at unclaimedproperty.colorado.gov so residents and former residents can look up names, aliases, and prior addresses at no charge.
KeenVPN does not hold or process Colorado claims. Use the official government search linked on this page, then follow CO claim instructions and documentation requirements from the agency.
Claim steps
How to search and claim in Colorado
Follow these CO-specific steps, then complete the claim only on the official government site.
Search Colorado unclaimed property program on unclaimedproperty.colorado.gov
Open unclaimedproperty.colorado.gov and use the official Colorado unclaimed property program maintained by the Colorado State Treasury. Look up current and former legal names, maiden names, and business names tied to Colorado addresses. Colorado’s live search is hosted at unclaimedproperty.colorado.gov.
Review CO matching records
Confirm the treasurer’s listing: owner name spelling, property category, and last-known Colorado address.
Start a claim with Colorado State Treasury
File with the Colorado State Treasury through Colorado unclaimed property program. Many treasurer programs let you claim online when the match is clear.
Submit identity documents and wait for review
Treasury staff may request more proof by email or mail. Only the Colorado State Treasury can approve and pay the claim.
Official resource
Open the Colorado government search
This link goes to Colorado State Treasury. KeenVPN does not process claims or charge finder fees.
Documentation
Documents Colorado often asks for
Exact requirements depend on the property type and claim method. Always follow the checklist from Colorado State Treasury.
- Government-issued photo ID matching the Colorado claim name
- Proof of Social Security number or Taxpayer Identification Number (as requested)
- Evidence tying you to the reported CO address or account (statement, bill, or mail)
- Death certificate and probate/heir documents when claiming for a deceased owner
FAQ
Colorado unclaimed property questions
How do I search for unclaimed money in Colorado?
Use the free official search from the Colorado State Treasury: https://unclaimedproperty.colorado.gov/. Try alternate spellings and former addresses. Private “finder” sites are not required.
Is the Colorado unclaimed property search free?
Yes. Searching through the Colorado State Treasury is free. Be cautious of third parties that charge upfront fees to locate or claim property you can find yourself.
What kinds of property does Colorado hold?
Colorado commonly holds forgotten bank balances, uncashed checks, utility deposits, insurance proceeds, court funds, safe deposit box contents, and other reported assets after dormancy rules are met.
Can I claim CO property if I no longer live in Colorado?
Often yes. Ownership is based on the reported owner and last known address, not where you live today. Follow the Colorado State Treasury claim process and provide ID plus proof you are the rightful owner or heir.
Browse privately while you research
Use KeenVPN when checking accounts, downloading claim forms, or searching from shared Wi‑Fi. Your claim still goes through Colorado State Treasury.