Quick Eligibility Check
Answer these optional questions for guidance on your eligibility.
Select Your Injuries
You may select up to 3 tariff injuries. CICA pays 100% of the highest, 30% of the second, and 15% of the third.
Selected Injuries (0/3)
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Other Payments
These payments are separate from the 3-injury limit and may be added to your total.
Optional: Additional Payments
These are user-entered estimates and not guaranteed by CICA. They apply only if you meet specific eligibility criteria.
Estimated Compensation
Add injuries above to see your estimated compensation breakdown.
Important: This estimate is for guidance only. The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) decides all final awards based on your full application and supporting evidence. Tariff amounts are from GOV.UK (official publication).
About This CICA Calculator
This free CICA calculator helps you estimate compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme 2012 (as amended). It uses the official Annex E tariff of injuries published by GOV.UK to calculate potential awards for victims of violent crime in England, Scotland, and Wales.
The calculator applies the multiple injuries rule: you receive 100% of your highest-value injury, 30% of the second, and 15% of the third. Additional payments such as loss of earnings or special expenses may apply if you have been incapacitated for more than 28 weeks.
To be eligible, the incident must have been reported to the police and you must normally apply within two years. Different time limits apply if you were under 18 at the time. This tool provides estimates only—CICA makes all final award decisions based on your individual circumstances and evidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is a government body that compensates victims of violent crime in Great Britain. You may apply if you sustained a physical or mental injury from a crime of violence that occurred in England, Scotland, or Wales. The incident must have been reported to the police, and you typically need to apply within two years of when it happened.
If you have more than one qualifying injury, CICA uses a formula to calculate your total: 100% of the highest tariff award, plus 30% of the second highest, plus 15% of the third highest. Only your three most serious injuries are considered under this rule. Additional injuries beyond the top three are not compensated separately.
Annex E is the official list of injuries and their corresponding compensation values under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme 2012. It covers physical injuries, mental health conditions, sexual and physical abuse, and other qualifying harms. Each injury is assigned to one of 25 tariff levels, with awards ranging from £1,000 to £250,000 depending on severity.
Yes, mental injuries including PTSD, anxiety, and depression can qualify for CICA compensation. However, you will need a diagnosis from a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist confirming a disabling mental injury. The condition must have a substantial adverse effect on your daily activities for the qualifying period specified in the tariff.
These additional payments are available if your injury has left you unable to work for more than 28 weeks. Loss of earnings compensates for income lost after the first 28 weeks (subject to maximum rates). Special expenses cover costs directly caused by your injury, such as care needs, specialist equipment, or home adaptations. Both require evidence and are assessed separately from tariff awards.
Adults must normally apply within two years of the incident. If you were under 18 at the time, you have until your 20th birthday (if reported before turning 18) or within two years of reporting (if reported after turning 18). CICA may extend these limits only in exceptional circumstances where you can explain why an earlier application was not possible.
No, you do not need a solicitor. CICA applications can be made directly online for free. However, some people choose legal help for complex cases. Be cautious of companies that charge large fees for assistance—CICA is designed to be accessible without professional representation.
Yes, awards can be reduced or withheld entirely based on various factors: unspent criminal convictions, your conduct before, during, or after the incident, failure to cooperate with the police or CICA, or delayed reporting without good reason. Each case is assessed individually on its circumstances.