You can make an equitable or moral claim against all the assets of the Deceased if they have no surviving beneficiary who can legally inherit.

To know more about Bona Vacantia you may visit the link: Ministry of Law | What is an equitable or moral claim on a bona vacantia estate?

What assets can you claim against

All assets are included, example:

• Bank accounts and savings

• Property (HDB flats, private property, land)

• Investments (shares, bonds, insurance policies)

• Un-nominated CPF moneys (CPF savings with no named beneficiary)

• Personal belongings (jewelry, vehicles, furniture)

Requirement

• No surviving beneficiary. You must prove that the Deceased has no surviving beneficiary who can legally inherit under the Intestate Succession Act 1967 (the law that decides who inherits when someone passed away without a will).

• Whether the claim will succeed against all or only part of the assets will depend on the facts and circumstances.

For the detailed step-by-step instructions on submitting your claim, if the estate is than ≤$50,000 visit:Ministry of Law | How do I make an equitable or moral claim on a bona vacantia estate that is ≤ $50,000?

For detailed step-by-step instructions on submitting your claim, if the estate is than >$50,000 visit:Ministry of Law | How to make an equitable or moral claim on an estate that is > $50,000 without immovable property?

Important things to know

No guarantee of success: Meeting the requirements does not guarantee you will receive moneys. Each case is assessed individually.