Reporting Cybercrime to SPF / Anti-Scam Centre — Singapore
Sourced from Singapore Acts of Parliament, subsidiary legislation, and official government guidance. Written in plain language for general understanding — this is educational content, not legal advice. Our editorial standards
What is this right?
Singapore's primary cybercrime channel is the Singapore Police Force (SPF) via police.gov.sg, with rapid response coordinated by the Anti-Scam Centre. For cybersecurity incidents (not consumer scams), SingCERT at the Cyber Security Agency handles incident response. Statutory framework: Computer Misuse Act + Penal Code fraud offences.
When does it apply?
- Online fraud, account takeover, identity theft, sextortion.
- Investment / crypto / 'love scam' fraud.
- Phishing / impersonation of Singapore entities (banks, IRAS, ICA, MOM).
- SIM-swap fraud.
Filing a Cybercrime Report in Singapore
- Report at police.gov.sg.
- Call ScamShield 1799 or use the app.
- For cybersecurity incidents, SingCERT.
- Cross-reference for FIDReC.
What should you NOT do?
- Don't expect a personal investigator for small cases.
- Don't pay 'recovery agents' upfront.
- Don't post details on Singapore social media before the report — POHA / defamation may apply.
Common Questions
What does the Computer Misuse Act cover?
The Computer Misuse Act criminalises unauthorised access to data (s.3 — up to 2 years / SGD 5,000), unauthorised modification (s.5), unauthorised interception (s.6), and aggravated computer offences (up to 7 years). Used heavily for hacking, ransomware, and unauthorised system access cases.
When does it apply — reporting cybercrime to spf / anti-scam centre?
Online fraud, account takeover, identity theft, sextortion.Investment / crypto / 'love scam' fraud.Phishing / impersonation of Singapore entities (banks, IRAS, ICA, MOM).SIM-swap fraud.
How do I report a cybercrime in Singapore?
Report at police.gov.sg.Call ScamShield 1799 or use the app.For cybersecurity incidents, SingCERT.Cross-reference for FIDReC.
What should you NOT do — reporting cybercrime to spf / anti-scam centre?
Don't expect a personal investigator for small cases.Don't pay 'recovery agents' upfront.Don't post details on Singapore social media before the report — POHA / defamation may apply.