Anyone whose life has been affected because they, or someone close to them, could not prove their lawful status in the United Kingdom (UK).

There is NO current deadline to submit an application to the home office.

There is no charge to submit a Windrush Scheme or Windrush Compensation Scheme application.

The Home Office has stated that NO information submitted will be shared with the Immigration enforcement department.

· Applications, fees and legal costs

· Detention, deportation, removal and return

· Employment

· Child Benefit, Child Tax Credit or Working Tax Credit

· Benefits

· Housing

· Health

· Education

· Banking

· Driving licence

· Homelessness

· Impact on life

· Discretionary (This category is for those who have experienced financial loss that is not covered by another category and is included in the scheme)

Yes, a list of Windrush Surgeries is available here you may also contact your local citizens advice bureau for assistance.

A non-exhaustive list of eligibility criteria is outlined in section 1 of the claim form. For more help on eligibility call the free helpline number 0800 678 1925.

The Primary Claimant Claim Form is for those whose personal UK status has been the subject of claim. The Close Family Claim Form is for those who are claiming compensation for effects caused to their lives by a close family members personal UK status

Your compensation will depend on your specific circumstances. The compensation amount is unlimited.

The Windrush Help Team will redirect you to where you may be able to get other types of assistance for citizenship.

The freephone help line is open 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday

The Windrush Help Team are able to assist applicants to apply for confirmatory documentation.

The Windrush Help Team can refer you to the Claimant Assistance Service, who will contact you to help you complete your application.

No. Each claimant must use a single, separate form for each claim.

Yes. All applicants can apply for any and all schemes for which they are eligible.

If you are representing the estate of someone who would have been eligible for compensation, you should use the Deceased Estates Form.

The Home Office has stated that NO information submitted will be shared with the Immigration enforcement department.

The length of the process depends on the availability and speed of access to confirmatory evidence for each application. The Home Office will attempt to process your application quickly as possible.

Yes, as long as you fulfil all the eligibility criteria listed.

Yes. If you lack the capacity to complete the form yourself, you can delegate your power of attorney to a competent person in the prescribed manner stipulated in the application guidance.

Yes. If you are making a claim on behalf of a claimant who is under the age of 18, you should provide documents to prove you have parental responsibility.