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I am living overseas. Will I still receive SMSes from gov.sg?
You will receive SMS messages as long as your mobile number is registered with any of the respective Singapore Government agencies, ministries, statutory boards, and services. You may receive the SMS from gov.sg or another Sender ID, depending on the country you are in.
Number registered with Singapore Government agency/service? | Number registered with Singapore telcos? | Your physical location | Will you receive SMSes from the Singapore Government? | Will you receive SMSes from “gov.sg” Sender ID? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Yes | Yes | In SG | Yes | Yes |
Yes | Yes | Outside of SG | Yes | Maybe* |
Yes | No | In SG | Yes | Maybe* |
Yes | No | Outside of SG | Yes | Maybe* |
* SMSes may be received as gov.sg or another Sender ID, depending on the country they are based in.
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