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UNCLAIMED MONEYS - CLAIMS

How To Claim

Unclaimed Moneys Act.

If you believe that you are the lawful owner of unclaimed money under the Unclaimed Moneys Act, you can make a claim by -

• Completing and lodging a general claim form (if you are claiming on behalf of a deceased person, please use a deceased claim form). Please use the checklist on the claim form to ensure accuracy and a prompt response.
• Forwarding any supporting evidence held such as certificates, papers, dividend advices, superannuation policy reference etc.
• Forwarding identification such as a certified copy of your drivers licence, passport, Medicare card etc
• Posting your claim to -
  
  Public Trustee for the ACT
  PO Box 221
  CIVIC SQUARE ACT 2608
  

For further information please see the guide for claimants

Agents Act

If you believe that you are the lawful owner of unclaimed money under the Agents Act, you may apply to the Office of Fair Trading under Section 125 of the Agents Act for a decision of entitlement at  http://www.fairtrading.act.gov.au.

Telephone - 6205 0607 or 6207 0400.

Legal Practitioners Act

If you believe that you are the lawful owner of unclaimed money under the Legal Practitioners Act, you may apply to the court under Section 200(3) of the Act for an order of entitlement.

To view the relevant Acts please go to the ACT legislation site at www.legislation.act.gov.au