Debt Collection Bill 2022: Pending legislation that will regulate debt collection activities in Singapore, establishing a licensing framework and code of conduct for debt collectors
Banking Act (Cap. 19): Primary legislation governing banking institutions in Singapore, including their debt collection practices and customer protection measures
Moneylenders Act (Cap. 188): Regulates moneylending businesses and their collection practices, including guidelines on fair debt collection conduct
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (Cap. 52A): Protects consumers against unfair practices and provides framework for fair trading, including debt collection activities
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, ensuring privacy protection during debt collection processes
Registry of Moneylenders Guidelines: Specific guidelines issued for debt collection conduct, establishing proper practices and ethical standards
ABS Guidelines on Debt Collection: Association of Banks in Singapore's guidelines establishing best practices for debt collection in the banking sector
Penal Code (Cap. 224): Criminal law provisions relevant to harassment and threatening behavior in debt collection
Protection from Harassment Act: Legislation protecting individuals from harassment, including aggressive debt collection practices
Limitation Act: Establishes time limits for bringing legal actions to recover debts, affecting the validity of collection claims
