Louisiana Has $10.05 Million in Unclaimed Tax Refunds — Check If You’re Owed Money

Louisiana is holding more than $10 million in unclaimed state tax refunds. The Louisiana Department of the Treasury says the money belongs to 35,265 individuals and businesses across the state.

Residents can search for free through the state’s official Louisiana Unclaimed Property database to see whether they are owed money.

How Much Money Is Unclaimed?

The Louisiana Treasury’s Unclaimed Property Program received $10.05 million in unclaimed state tax refunds from the Louisiana Department of Revenue.

The refunds include 35,265 payments to individuals and businesses. The amounts range from small refunds to six-figure payments.

State Treasurer John Fleming, M.D., said the funds belong to the people of Louisiana and encouraged residents to check whether they have money waiting for them.

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What Is Unclaimed Property?

Unclaimed property is money or assets that have been turned over to the state after the owner cannot be located. It can include forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance payments, security deposits, and state tax refunds.

In Louisiana, the Unclaimed Property Program holds these funds until the rightful owner—or an eligible heir—claims them.

How to Check for Unclaimed Money

Checking for unclaimed property in Louisiana is free. Visit the official Louisiana Cash Claim website and search using your current name, a former name, a business name, or the name of a deceased relative.

You can also call the Louisiana Unclaimed Property Program at 888-925-4127 for help.

What Information May Help

Before searching, have basic information ready, such as:

• Your current and former names

• Previous Louisiana addresses

• A business name, if applicable

• The name of a deceased relative, if you are searching on their behalf

• Identification or proof of relationship, if the state requests it

If you find property listed under your name, follow the instructions on the website to submit a claim. The state may ask for documents to confirm that the money belongs to you.

Avoid Unclaimed Property Scams

Be cautious of websites or callers that promise to recover unclaimed money for a large upfront fee. You do not need to pay anyone to search Louisiana’s official unclaimed property database.

The Federal Trade Commission warns consumers to avoid companies that charge upfront fees to recover money that may already be available for free. You can also review official unclaimed-property information through USA.gov.

What to Do Now

If you have ever lived, worked, owned a business, or filed taxes in Louisiana, it is worth checking the state’s unclaimed property database. A few minutes could help you recover money that already belongs to you.

Start by searching your name at Louisiana Cash Claim or calling 888-925-4127