You can claim it yourself, for free

Checklist: South Dakota, unclaimed property the state holds

Who holds it: South Dakota State Treasurer, Unclaimed Property Division

How long: Held until the owner or heirs claim it. No deadline is stated.

How you claim: Search for free at cash.sd.gov. Then email or mail a signed claim form with a copy of your photo ID and your Social Security number.

Your deadline: ____________ (confirm it with the clerk)

Steps

1. Search your name, or a deceased relative's name, at cash.sd.gov.
2. Start a claim and complete the claim form.
3. Email or mail the signed form with your ID and Social Security number.
4. Track the claim online with your claim number.

Documents

• Completed, signed claim form
• Copy of photo ID
• Social Security number

What it costs you

free

If someone offers to do it for you

• There may be a fee limit: ask the clerk.
• No one may sign you up before the 730th day (2 years) after the money is handed to the state.
• You never need to pay anyone to file.

Official links

• SD unclaimed property search (State Treasurer): https://cash.sd.gov/
• SD State Treasurer: Unclaimed Property: https://sdtreasurer.gov/unclaimed-property/