PBGC unclaimed pension benefits: how to check and claim

Who it is for

People who may have a pension from a plan that ended or merged.

What it needs

The last name, and the last four digits of an SSN. Enter the digits only on the PBGC site.

• The search asks for the last four SSN digits. Enter them only on pbgc.gov.

Open www.pbgc.govOpens pbgc.gov in a new tab. If it asks for your SSN, enter it only on pbgc.gov. We never ask for it.

How to claim

Claim steps and deadlines: not verified on the official site

• Claim once you are matched.

• Claiming is free. Nobody needs to charge you a fee to file.

Scam warnings

• Unclaimed-property offices say they do not contact people directly about unclaimed property.
• Never pay anyone, buy a gift card or send crypto to claim property. Claiming is free.
• If someone who contacted you asks for your SSN, bank login or card details, stop.

Verified 2026-10-04

Source: www.pbgc.gov. Register entries: F22.