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To discuss a pending VOCAT application, please contact a Registrar or Tribunal Officer within the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal here

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In addition to the Tribunal, there are a range of other services available to assist victims of crime.

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The new Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) will commence on 18 November 2024 and is replacing the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT). Further information regarding the new scheme, eligibility, and the amount of financial assistance available can be located at www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/fas.

Please view our website article here for further information regarding the transition. We encourage you to seek legal advice prior to the FAS commencement from your legal practitioner. Alternatively, you may wish to contact the Victims Legal Service (VLS).

Any requests for withdrawal or variation of a VOCAT application sought before FAS commencement, should be made before COB (4pm) on 8 November 2024. The Tribunal must ensure all applications for withdrawal are considered and processed before COB (4pm) on Friday 15 November 2024.

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The Victims of Crime Assistance Act 1996 defines the victim types eligible to receive financial assistance from the Tribunal. Click here for more information about who may be eligible.
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An application for financial assistance can be made online or at the Principal Registry of the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal. Click here for more information about making an application for financial assistance.
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Urgent Financial Assistance
The Tribunal can make awards for urgent expenses prior to the final determination of an application. Click here for more information about urgent financial assistance.
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The Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)

The Government’s new Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) will commence before 1 December 2024 and is replacing the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT).

*iAPPLY OUTAGE* - 21 & 22 MAY 2024

The iApply system that is used for lodging new applications online with the Tribunal will be offline on 21 and 22 May 2024 (inclusive) for upgrades.

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