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Government officials will NEVER ask you to transfer money or disclose bank log-in details over a phone call.

Call the 24/7 ScamShield Helpline at 1799 if you are unsure if something is a scam. For more details, see advisory here

Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau

Advisory

Stay alert to impersonation scams — real government officials will never ask you to transfer money or share bank details over the phone. Call the ScamShield Helpline at 1799 if you suspect a scam.

Last updated 25 June 2026

Beware of Impersonation Scams

Government officials will NEVER do these things over a phone call:

  1. Ask you to transfer money;

  2. Ask you to disclose bank log-in details;

  3. Ask you to install mobile apps from unofficial app stores;

  4. Transfer your call to Police.

If you receive an SMS from the Government, make sure it is sent from the gov.sg SMS Sender ID*.

Scammers may cite your personal information (e.g. name or NRIC number) to appear legitimate. Do not automatically trust someone just because he/she has your personal information.

Call the 24/7 Scamshield Helpline at 1799 to check if you are unsure of something is a scam.

* Exceptions apply for National Service call-ups and emergency services. Read more about the exceptions at www.sms.gov.sg/exceptions.

For more information on how to protect yourself against scams, please visit www.scamshield.gov.sg.

Singapore government anti-scam poster warning about impersonation scams, listing four things officials will never do by phone. If unsure, call the 24/7 Scamshield Helpline at 1799.