Victim Support Scotland (helpline)
If you have been affected by crime in Scotland, you can call or chat with the free support helpline. Support is available locally across Scotland.
Good to know
The helpline is free. You can also use the web chat in the same hours.
Before you call
They may ask
- on the request form: some information about you and your experiences
They can
- give free support by helpline on 0800 160 1985, by live web chat, or through a request form
- give emotional support and explain how the criminal justice system works
- talk through whether to report a crime if you have not, and help you report it if you decide to
- talk to your GP, housing association or other organisations, and refer you to specialists
- possibly help you get funds if you are in urgent need because of a crime and have no other way to get the money
They cannot
- take your call or chat outside 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday
In the emergency guides: I was just in a car accident → · I was hurt at work → · I paid a scammer, or think I've been scammed → · I lost my wallet, phone or ID, or it was stolen → · Someone is harassing or stalking me → · Someone is using my identity →
- Phone
- 0800 160 1985
- Website
- https://victimsupport.scot
- Hours
- 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday
- Coverage
- Scotland
- Languages
- English
- Best for
- Abuse survivors
- Last checked
- October 9, 2026
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