Wyoming

The Wyoming State Treasurer’s Office administers the state’s unclaimed property program. Like other states, Wyoming law requires holders to report unclaimed property after certain periods of inactivity, known as dormancy. From uncashed checks to dormant accounts, every asset deserves proper handling under Wyoming law.

Overview of Wyoming’s Unclaimed Property Law

Under the Wyoming Uniform Unclaimed Property Act, businesses and organizations—referred to as “holders”—must report and remit property that has remained unclaimed by its rightful owner for a defined dormancy period.

Common reportable property types include:

• Checking and savings accounts
• Uncashed payroll and vendor checks
• Securities and dividends
• Utility deposits and refunds
• Insurance proceeds
• Contents of safe deposit boxes

Once property becomes dormant, holders must complete due diligence outreach and submit reports to the Wyoming State Treasurer. Wyoming requires reports to be filed electronically in NAUPA II format.

Want to understand the full process? Review our guide to the escheatment process.

Wyoming Dormancy Periods

Dormancy periods in Wyoming vary by property type and begin when there is no owner-initiated activity.

Note: Some property types have unique conditions. Always consult the Wyoming State Treasurer’s Unclaimed Property Division page for the latest guidance.

Due Diligence Requirements in Wyoming

Wyoming requires holders to make a good-faith effort to contact property owners before reporting unclaimed property.

Key requirements include:

• Mail notice: Send written notice via first-class mail at least 60 days before reporting for property valued at $50 or more.
• Best practice: Although not required, additional outreach (such as email or phone) can increase retention and demonstrate good-faith efforts in the event of an audit.

Wyoming Reporting Deadlines and Requirements

Wyoming uses an annual reporting schedule:

• Report Period: July 1 - June 30
• Report and Payment Deadline: November 1

Additional requirements:

• Format: Reports must be prepared electronically in NAUPA II format.
• Submission: Via the Wyoming Unclaimed Property reporting portal.
• Negative Reports: Not required, if no unclaimed property exists.
• Remittance: Payments must be made via ACH Debit or Check.

Read more on Wyoming’s Unclaimed Property page.

Wyoming’s Voluntary Compliance Disclosure Program

For holders that are behind on filings, Wyoming offers an informal Voluntary Compliance Disclosure (VCD) program to encourage compliance without penalties or interest.

Program highlights:

• Agreement with the Wyoming State Treasurer’s Office outlining remediation steps
• Fixed look-back period agreed upon during onboarding
• Collaborative framework for resolving historical reporting gaps

Holders that have never filed a report or may have overlooked certain property types are encouraged to contact the Wyoming Unclaimed Property Division.

Those who qualify and are granted an “informal voluntary disclosure” will not be subject to penalties.

How Eisen Helps You Stay Compliant in Wyoming

Eisen brings clarity and automation to every stage of the escheatment lifecycle. Whether you’re managing royalty payments, dormant payroll checks, or refund liabilities, our tools keep your compliance on track.

• Escheatment Manager: Tracks dormancy by property type and generates Wyoming-compliant reports in NAUPA II format
• Outreach Manager: Automates due diligence notices and improves owner recontact success rates
• Disbursement Manager: Handles secure ACH, check, or wire payments with complete audit trails

Eisen also supports specialized compliance needs for sectors such as brokerage accounts, utility deposits, and retirement accounts.

Turn Wyoming Compliance Into an Operational Advantage

Wyoming’s unclaimed property laws are clear and enforceable. With the right approach, they can also be manageable. Eisen empowers compliance teams with proactive workflows, automated tools, and expert guidance that reduce administrative burden, protect customer relationships, and minimize risk.

Transform a regulatory obligation into a source of operational strength by partnering with Eisen to lead with compliance. Discover how Eisen’s escheatment services can streamline your unclaimed property operations.

Looking to compare compliance requirements across jurisdictions? Explore our complete guide to escheatment laws by state.