Singapore will step up enforcement against illegal gambling during the FIFA World Cup 2026, which runs from June 11 to July 19.
The Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Social and Family Development in Singapore announced plans to increase enforcement measures against illegal gambling activities during the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. The authorities emphasized that Singapore Pools is the sole licensed operator in the country for lotteries, sports betting, and remote gambling, highlighting that all other operators, whether online or offline, are considered illegal. The police are set to intensify their efforts to crack down on unauthorized gambling activities to ensure compliance with the law and protect consumers.
