Iowa · unclaimed property the state holds
You can claim it yourself, for free
Who holds it
Iowa Treasurer of State – Great Iowa Treasure Hunt
How long
No deadline. Held until the owner or heir claims it.
How you claim
Search greatiowatreasurehunt.gov and file a claim online.
If someone offers to do it for you
- A finder who charges you may need to be a licensed private investigator: ask the clerk.
- No one may charge you more than 15%.
- No one may sign you up before the 730th day (2 years) after the money is handed to the state.
- Any deal must be in writing and notarised.
- You never need to pay anyone to file.
Ask the clerk for the deadline.
Checklist: Iowa, unclaimed property the state holds
Who holds it: Iowa Treasurer of State – Great Iowa Treasure Hunt
How long: No deadline. Held until the owner or heir claims it.
How you claim: Search greatiowatreasurehunt.gov and file a claim online.
Your deadline: ____________ (confirm it with the clerk)
Steps
- Search your name at greatiowatreasurehunt.gov.
- File a claim for each match.
- Send any documents requested.
- Allow up to 90 days for review.
Documents
Not researched yet — ask the clerk
What it costs you
free
If someone offers to do it for you
- A finder who charges you may need to be a licensed private investigator: ask the clerk.
- No one may charge you more than 15%.
- No one may sign you up before the 730th day (2 years) after the money is handed to the state.
- Any deal must be in writing and notarised.
- You never need to pay anyone to file.
Official links
- Great Iowa Treasure Hunt – claim FAQ: https://www.greatiowatreasurehunt.gov/app/faq-claim
Source: Iowa Code §556.11(10); Iowa Code §556.2C(2); Iowa Code §714.8(16); Iowa Code §§556.19, 556.20, 556.21; 781 IAC 9.23(1); 781 IAC 9.23(2); 781 IAC 9.23(3); 781 IAC 9.26(6); 781 IAC 9.33(2)(b); 781 IAC 9.35(3); Iowa Code §§80A.3, 80A.5(3), 80A.10. Researched, not yet checked by a lawyer; confirm with the clerk. Not legal advice.