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What you should know when applying to the Financial Assistance Scheme

Learn about the Financial Assistance Scheme eligibility requirements, types of assistance and the application process.

Not sure if you are eligible?

Check if you qualify for the scheme, and whether you are a primary, secondary or related victim.

Can I apply?

Need help getting started?

Our online guide to applying for financial assistance can step you through creating an account and submitting an application.

Guide to applying for the FAS

Assistance by victim type

Financial assistance for primary victims

Everything a primary victim needs to know about applying to the Financial Assistance Scheme.

Financial assistance for secondary victims

Everything a secondary victim needs to know about applying to the Financial Assistance Scheme.

Financial assistance for related victims

Everything a related victim needs to know about applying to the Financial Assistance Scheme.

General entitlements

Funeral expenses

Anyone can apply to the Financial Assistance Scheme for funeral expenses for someone who passed away because of a violent act.

Victim recognition

Financial assistance recipients are entitled to receive a recognition statement on behalf of the state of Victoria.

Additional resources

Resources for service providers and receiving payment

This information is for service providers to help them assist their clients in dealing with the Financial Assistance Scheme, and find out how to receive payment.

Resources for legal professionals

How to assist clients and receive payments from the Financial Assistance Scheme.

Templates and forms for the Financial Assistance Scheme

Forms and templates for the Financial Assistance Scheme.

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Ready to apply?

If you are ready to apply to the Financial Assistance Scheme, you can begin your application in the online portal.

Go to the FAS portal
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