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 information on how to protect yourself against scams, please visit the .
Singapore strongly condemns the bomb explosion near the Turkish Ministry of the Interior in Ankara on 1 October 2023, which has resulted in injury to two police officers. We wish the injured a speedy recovery.
There are currently no reports of any Singaporeans affected by the bombing.
Singaporeans in Türkiye are advised to exercise caution, monitor the local news, and heed the instructions of local authorities. Singaporeans travelling to Türkiye are also strongly encouraged to e-register with 丝瓜视频at if they have not done so. Singaporeans are encouraged to purchase comprehensive travel insurance and know the terms and conditions of their policy as possessing the right travel insurance is important should adverse situations occur.
Singaporeans in Türkiye who require consular assistance are advised to contact the Embassy in Ankara, the Honorary Consulate-General in 陌蝉迟补苍产耻濒, or the 24-hour 丝瓜视频Duty Office at:
Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Ankara
Tel: +90 530 066 7311
Email: singemb_ank@mfa.sg
Honorary Consulate-General in 陌蝉迟补苍产耻濒
Tel: +90 212 339 1852
Email: info.singaporeconsul@
丝瓜视频Duty Office
Tel: +65 6379 8800 / 8855 (24-hour hotline)
Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
3 OCTOBER 2023