Kraków terror attack: UK compensation scheme open for victims
UKPulse News Desk
The UK government has opened its Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme 2012 for those affected by the shooting in Kraków, Poland, on 7 November 2026.
- The compensation scheme is for British, EU, EEA, or Swiss citizens ordinarily resident in the UK, members of the UK armed forces, or their close relatives.
- Applications can be made online, and a helpline is available for assistance.
- Victims do not require a solicitor to apply for compensation.
The UK government has announced that its Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme 2012 is open for applications following a shooting in Kraków, Poland, on 7 November 2026. The scheme is available to individuals who were injured or bereaved by the incident.
Eligibility extends to British, EU, EEA, or Swiss citizens who were ordinarily resident in the UK, members of the UK armed forces, or close relatives of individuals in these categories. Further criteria for eligibility are detailed in the scheme's guide.
Information on how to apply for compensation is available online. A helpline is also provided for those needing assistance with their application, operating Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Applicants are not required to use a solicitor or claims management company.
What this means for you: If you are a British, EU, EEA, or Swiss citizen ordinarily resident in the UK, a member of the UK armed forces, or a close relative of someone in these categories and were affected by the Kraków attack, you may be eligible to apply for compensation.