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Information regarding the Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) is available at www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/fas. Alternatively, please call 1800 161 136.

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The new Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) has now replaced the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT). Information regarding FAS is available at www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/fas. Alternatively, please call 1800 161 136. 

VOCAT has ceased substantive operations save for a small number of pending applications.

Any invoice and/or receipts for future expenses previously authorised by VOCAT and any application for variation of a VOCAT award, for a finalised VOCAT application, must be filed with the 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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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 new Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) has now replaced the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT).

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