Clarification Regarding Alleged Unauthorised Use of the MOM Medical Examination Portal
3 February 2026 | Workforce & Credentials | MOH MHC Cir 0010/2026
Summary
1. Purpose
MOH clarifies misunderstandings regarding potential unauthorized use of Ministry of Manpower (MOM) credentials or information in healthcare contexts. Addresses concerns raised by healthcare licensees regarding proper scope of labor-related administrative functions versus clinical practice authorization.
2. Key Clarifications
- Healthcare practitioners should not present MOM credentials or documentation as healthcare qualifications
- MOM documents are for employment/immigration purposes only, not clinical practice authorization
- MOH registration independent of MOM employment status
- Healthcare professionals must maintain separate MOH registration regardless of MOM employment arrangements
3. Scope & Applicability
- Applies to all healthcare licensees and practitioners
- Clarifies regulatory boundaries between MOH and MOM functions
- Does not change MOH registration or licensing requirements
4. Compliance Requirements
- Maintain accurate MOH professional registration
- Do not misrepresent MOM documents as healthcare credentials
- Ensure clarity with employers about regulatory requirements
- Report any unauthorized use of credentials to MOH
5. Enforcement
Misuse of credentials or unauthorized practice results in MOH regulatory action and potential disciplinary proceedings.
Action Items: Verify MOH registration current; clarify role boundaries with employers; report any concerns.
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𝟭. 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲
MOH clarifies misunderstandings regarding potential unauthorized use of Ministry of Manpower (MOM) credentials or information in healthcare contexts. Addresses concerns raised by healthcare licensees regarding proper scope of labor-related administrative functions versus clinical practice authorization.
𝟮. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
• Healthcare practitioners should not present MOM credentials or documentation as healthcare qualifications • MOM documents are for employment/immigration purposes only, not clinical practice authorization • MOH registration independent of MOM employment status • Healthcare professionals must maintain separate MOH registration regardless of MOM employment arrangements
𝟯. 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝗽𝗲 & 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆
• Applies to all healthcare licensees and practitioners • Clarifies regulatory boundaries between MOH and MOM functions • Does not change MOH registration or licensing requirements
𝟰. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
• Maintain accurate MOH professional registration • Do not misrepresent MOM documents as healthcare credentials • Ensure clarity with employers about regulatory requirements • Report any unauthorized use of credentials to MOH
Documents
Circular
- MOH MHC Cir 0010_2026 Clarification Regarding Alleged Unauthorised Use of the Ministry of Manpow.pdf