Use this short checklist to avoid delays, wrong matches and unsafe requests for personal information. Only gather what applies to your route.
Country: South Africa Route: bank or balance Evidence: name only
1 Country 2 Route 3 Path 4 Ready
Your claim-readiness checklist
You are ready to search whenYou have at least one identity clue plus one holder clue, such as old bank, employer, province, tax agency, address, policy or reference. If you only have a name, start broad and do not submit documents yet.
Check what you already have. If something is missing, the next page will show where to start without paying a third party.
What this means for your selected route
Start broadIf you only have a name, begin with official public search options before contacting institutions.
Confirm matchA similar name is not enough. Match country, institution, old address or reference details.
Claim safelyUse official portals or the institution directly. Avoid upfront fees and password requests.
Do not share these too early
Do not send bank passwords, card PINs, SMS codes or payment to unlock a supposed balance. A legitimate search should not require those.