How To Check If IRD Has Unclaimed Money With Your Name On ItDid you know you could be one of many kiwis with unclaimed money being held by Inland Revenue? Unclaimed money is held by IRD when someone can't be found, which is what makes it different to a tax refund. "As part of their work, the Unclaimed Money team identifies potential owners and sends out letters inviting them to submit claims. IRD has previously said people need to watch out for scammers who contact them saying they have unclaimed money waiting for you. This is an increase from previous years with $574,547 million unclaimed funds in June of 2024 and $446,758 million in 2023.