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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) is now operating and will soon replace the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT).

VOCAT is working to finalise all pending applications to conclude operations, which may be as early as 30 May 2025, save for a small volume of residual matters.

VOCAT may not consider applications to reinstate. 

Further information regarding the transition is available here

VOCAT will continue to manage pending applications for financial assistance, and the associated expenses, until the finalisation of that application. 

Any invoices and/or receipts for future expenses previously authorised by VOCAT, and any application for a variation of a VOCAT award, for a finalised VOCAT application, must now be submitted to FAS. 

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The Victims of Crime Assistance Act 1996 defines the victim types eligible to receive financial assistance from the Tribunal.
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The Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) can no longer accept new applications for financial assistance.
If you wish to seek financial assistance, an application can be made through the new Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS).
Please see more information via their website: www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/fas
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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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