Fitzroy Maynard moved from Antigua to the UK as a teenager, but was wrongly declared an illegal immigrant in 2008.
The Windrush scandal has resulted in thousands of people, mostly from the Caribbean, being left without the right to work, housing or health care and frequently deported.
Many MPs, including some, say the compensation scheme set up by the government is inappropriate.
Watch BBC Home Editor Mark Easton talks to Fitzroy about his experience.
Kevin Foster, Minister of Future Immigration and Borders, said the Home Office is increasing the number of employees in charge of the compensation program – from 80 to 114. They are also looking to work with community groups and Extend face-to-face sessions. , he added.
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