Reporting violence
If you have been a victim of violence you should report the crime. Find out more about ways you can report it and reporting requirements.
Financial assistance basics
This is a good place to start. Read an overview of the financial assistance scheme and find the answers to common questions.
Apply for financial assistance
Some victims of crime can get financial assistance. This information will show you who can make a claim.
Providing information about your injuries
We can only give financial assistance if the violence caused an injury. Find out what documents you need to provide with your application.
Special payments for primary victims
Different types of victims can claim different types of expenses. Find out what a primary victim can claim.
Special payments for families affected by homicide
Homicide has a devastating impact on families. Find out what relatives can claim.
Help for parents and witnesses
Help for other expenses
Who can help you
How to apply
- Prove your identity
- Apply for victim assistance
- Applications for child victims
- How to apply on behalf of someone with impaired capacity
Contact us if you need help.
Check your application status
Check the status of your Victim Assist financial assistance application.
Our legislation, guidelines and table of costs
There are rules we must follow when we assess your application.
- Our legislation is Victims of Crime Assistance Act 2009.
- Our guidelines and table of costs.
Changes to financial assistance payments
Learn about new financial assistance payments and changes to the Victims of Crime Assistance Act 2009.