Attachments for Unclaimed Property

1. ​​ What is an attachment?
   
   
2. How do I prepare my document​ for attachment?
   
   
3. How do I attach my document?
   
   
4. Do I need to electronically attach the required documents?
   
   
5. Can I add attachments to my claim after it is submitted?
   
   

1. What is an a​ttachment?

   Attachments are files that accompany your online claim form to provide required documents, forms, and additional information that the Department of Revenue needs to process your claim request. Providing the documentation as an electronic attachment may speed up processing​ your claim.

2. How do I prepare my document for attachment?

   Prepare your documents in one of two ways:

   • Scan your documents: Many copy or fax machines give you the ability to scan paper documents to create an attachment. Create an electronic version of a requested document by scanning the document into your computer using the scanner and software of your choice. Then, save the document in an acceptable format: PDF, TIF, JPEG, or BMP.
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   • Take a picture:​ Most cell phones save JPEG files so you can take pictures of your documents and email them to your computer. Be sure to save the files where you can find them again, like your Pictures​ folder or the desktop.​
     
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3. ​​ How do I attach my document?​

   Use the "Attach Document" link for each required document​​​.

   1. Enter a short description for​ the attachment, such as Driver's License or Government-Issued ID
   2. Use the "Browse" link to locate the document on your computer
   3. Select the document and click "Open"​ to fill the appropriate file name into the location box
   4. Click "Save"
   5. The screen will refresh with information showing 1 document(s) attached
   6. Continue this step with each requested document when an electronic version is available. If you provide an attachment that addresses several requested items of documentation, check the box(es) indicating the information​ was already provided.
   7. To edit a saved Unclaimed Property claim, go to Resume Filing a Claim and​ ​click the "Change" button in the upper right-hand corner of the screen to proceed​.
      
      
4. Do I need to electronically attach the required documents?

   No. If you do not wish to attach the required documents, click the next two "Next" buttons and submit. For Unclaimed Property, print the claim form and send the required documents with the Attachment Inventory page. For other claim types, you will receive a letter in the mail requesting the required documents. Send the required documents back with the letter you receive​.

   Not attaching the documentation will delay processing of your claim. Your claim is not considered complete until all required documents are received.

5. Can I add attachments to my claim after it is submitted?

   No. O​nce you submit​ your claim, you cannot go back and make any changes​. However, you can use our Submit Additional Info​​ secure electronic upload to send documents for the claim ​you submitted.
   

February 10, 2021​