At least $8.8 million has been lost to scams involving fraudsters impersonating officers from Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) since January 2026, according to a joint statement issued by the ICA and the Singapore Police Force on September 25, 2026.
The authorities reported at least 148 cases of such scams during the period. In these schemes, scammers typically contact victims while posing as ICA officials, often claiming that the victim is involved in illegal activities or has outstanding immigration issues, and then pressure them into transferring money or revealing personal information.
The joint statement serves as a public advisory, urging residents to remain vigilant against calls or messages from individuals claiming to be from the ICA. The authorities stressed that government agencies will never ask for money transfers or banking details over the phone.
Members of the public who suspect they have been targeted are advised to report the incident to the police immediately. The ICA and police continue to monitor the situation and have reiterated their commitment to combating such fraud.
