Verify with official sources
Always verify with official sources before acting on investment, property, or job-related information. Use trusted registers and directories to confirm legitimacy.
Last updated 20 May 2026
Before you click any links or act on information that you are unsure of, always check with the official source for legitimacy.
For investment-related situations
Check that the entity is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) as dealing with an unregulated entity means giving up the safeguards offered under the laws administered by MAS.
Official resources to verify if an entity or individual is regulated by MAS include the Financial Institutions Directory (opens in new tab), a list of financial institutions regulated by MAS and the regulated activities they are authorised to provide, and the Register of Representatives (opens in new tab), which reflects individuals who conduct activities regulated by MAS.
You can also refer to MAS’ Investor Alert List (opens in new tab) for a non-exhaustive list of persons unregulated by MAS who may have been wrongly misperceived as being licensed or authorised by MAS.
For property-related situations
Check the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA) Public Register (opens in new tab) to verify that the person you are liaising with is a registered property agent.
In addition, do not transfer money for rental units until you have viewed the unit in person. It is likely a scam if a deposit is requested even before you have viewed the unit in person.
For job-related situations
Check the company’s official website or contact the company directly to verify the legitimacy of the job offer.