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- Family Violence
- Housebreaking
- Theft In Dwelling
- Motor Vehicle Theft
- Outrage of Modesty
- CDSA and CMA Bill Amendments
- Misuse of SIM Card Offences
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What are protected areas (PA) / protected places (PP)?
Current Signs
Updated Signs
(To be implemented by 14 May 2028)
PA/PP are places where special measures are needed to control the movement and conduct of persons for public safety and security reasons. PA/PP are declared by the Minister for Home Affairs, upon the successful application by the owner.
How do I know whether a premise is declared as a PA/PP?
Information on premises declared as PA/PP can be found on the AGC website.
What are the enhanced powers for PA/PP under the Infrastructure Protection Act?
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Photography/videography of a PA/PP is not allowed without the owner's permission. Please approach the owners to seek their permission before you take photos/videos of the PA/PP. Information on PA/PPs that do not grant broad-based permission for photography from the outside and the relevant points of contact can be found here. |
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There are enhanced powers to secure the surrounding areas of PA/PP as well. |
Guards may:
- Request for identification
- Direct persons to leave
- Inspect belongings and vehicles for dangerous items
Are there exemptions from the need to seek the Authority’s approval before taking a photo of a PA/PP?
Persons with the following permits / licences and acting in accordance with the permit / licences are exempted from the need to seek the Authority’s approval before taking photos of a PA/PP.
| S/N | Exempted Activity | Relevant Permits/Licenses |
| i. | Photography from Unmanned Aircraft (UA) flights |
Permits issued by SPF under Section 7 of Air Navigation Act (ANA) to allow photography of Protected Areas defined under the ANA. Permits issued by CAAS under paragraph 72F of the Air Navigation Order to regulate the operation of UA flights. |
| ii. | Photography by Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) | Licences issued by LTA under section 7 (1)(a)(i) of the Road Traffic (Autonomous Motor Vehicles) Rules 2017, which authorises the trial of AVs. |
For applicants and owners of Protected Areas / Protected Places
How do I apply for my premises to be declared as a PA/PP?
All information and application forms can be found at the bottom of the page.
My premises have been declared as a Protected Area / Protected Place. What should I take note of?
Authorities of Protected Areas / Protected Places are to ensure that adequate notices are displayed prominently at their premises. In addition, Authorities of Protected Places are required to put in place adequate security measures to prevent unauthorised entry.
Information on the specifications of the “Protected Area / Protected Place” signs can be found here (PDF 477KB).
Please click here to access the PA/PP guide for more information on the enhanced powers.
I would like to exercise enhanced powers for the Protected Area / Protected Place. What should I do?
All information and application forms can be found at the bottom of this page.
Upon successful application, do ensure that sufficient signs are put up to alert the public on the enhanced powers that are applicable for the PA/PP.
Information on the specifications of the 'Powers in the Surrounding Area Sign' can be found here (PDF 326KB) and specifications of the 'No Unauthorised Photography Sign' here (PDF 359KB).
Please click here to access the PA/PP guide for more information on the enhanced powers.
Security officers will be deployed to guard the PA/PP. What should I take note of?
Only authorised officers can exercise the powers related to PA/PP under the Infrastructure Protection Act. Please ensure that only authorised officers are deployed at the PA/PP from Dec 2019. More information can be found at the bottom of this page.
Any reference materials?
Please click here to access the PA/PP guide for more information on the enhanced powers.
Protected Areas / Protected Places Application Forms
All information and application forms are tabled below.
| Protected Area / Protected Place | Attachments |
| Declare premises as Protected Area / Protected Place | |
| Amendments for existing gazette orders of Protected Area / Protected Place |
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| Cessation of gazette orders of Protected Area / Protected Place |
Please write in to CPS at SPF_CPS@spf.gov.sg with the rationale of the cessation, and to include the supporting documents (if any) |
| Exercise powers in surrounding areas | |
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Application for Authorised Officer |
Please click here |
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Application for Designated Authorised Officer |
Please click here |
| Notification on Cessation of Authorised Officer |
Please click here |
| WSQ Approved Training Organizations |
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Specifications of the 'Powers in the Surrounding Area Sign' |
Please click here |
| Specifications of the 'No Unauthorised Photography Sign' | Please click here |
| Specifications of the 'Protected Area / Protected Places Sign' |
Please click here. These signs have been updated with effect from 15 May 2023. |
