The use of USSD codes for checking unclaimed assets is a growing trend in some countries. In Nigeria, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reported to be launching a USSD code service that allows individuals to verify unclaimed assets or dormant accounts[1]. However, as of now, this service is being implemented and specific USSD codes for general use in Nigeria have not been widely published or adopted in official U.S. government databases[1].
Currently, in the United States, there is no official USSD code for checking unclaimed assets or money. Instead, the recommended methods involve using secure government or state-specific online databases such as the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) at www.unclaimed.org or the U.S. Treasury’s resources[2]. These platforms allow users to search for unclaimed property or money using personal and identifying information, but this is strictly web-based and does not utilize USSD codes.
For other countries where USSD is supported for unclaimed asset checks, such as Kenya, users can dial *361# to search for unclaimed financial assets via the Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority (UFAA)[6]. This kind of service is more common in African nations where USSD is a widely accessible technology for reaching underserved or mobile-first populations[6].
In summary, while USSD codes for unclaimed asset checks are being introduced in some countries like Nigeria and Kenya, the United States does not currently offer such a system, and users should continue to rely on web-based official directories for this purpose.
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