There is plenty of support available to help you with your Financial Assistance Scheme application.
Most importantly, you can authorise someone to apply on your behalf if you want.
FAS portal and website updates – August and September 2025
The Financial Assistance Scheme has made important updates to the portal and website to introduce new online functionality for FAS applicants, authorised representatives and service providers.
Nominate someone to help with your Financial Assistance Scheme application
Victims of violent crime can nominate someone to help them apply for financial assistance through Victoria's Financial Assistance Scheme.
Get help in your language for the Financial Assistance Scheme
Information about the Financial Assistance Scheme is available in 20 languages.
Legal assistance with the Financial Assistance Scheme
Although the Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) is designed to be accessible for all victims, you may still wish to have a lawyer assist you.
Support services for victims
See what support services are available to help victims of crime and Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) applicants.
Marra Yattakunar Pathway
The Marra Yattakunar Team is a dedicated team that's available to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with their Financial Assistance Scheme application.
Accessibility support for the Financial Assistance Scheme
The Financial Assistance Scheme aims to be accessible and flexible in providing assistance to victims, and has a range of supports in place to help people with disability to access financial assistance.
Troubleshooting your Financial Assistance Scheme application
Helpful tips to successfully submit your Financial Assistance Scheme application.
Identity verification
You may need to complete an identity verification check as part of your application.
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