Our Philippine Embassy in Singapore recently received a copy of a new government ruling prohibiting "co-habitation" between Singapore citizens and foreigners, including Filipinos, working in the said country.

According to reports, penalty for violation of this ban include a fine of up to $10,000, imprisonment and deportation.

Licensed agencies and entities, particularly those conducting Pre-departure Orientation Seminary (PDOS), are hereby enjoined to disseminate the above information to departing contract workers.

For information and guidance of all concerned.

Adopted: 01 July 1993

(Sgd.) FELICISIMO O. JOSON, JR.
Administrator