All open-concept massage establishment operators in S'pore to require license from Dec. 1, 2026
New changes.
Singapore's police force has announced new regulations for massage establishments, effective December 1, 2026. Open-concept massage establishments (OMEs) will no longer be exempt from licensing requirements. The Housing & Development Board (HDB) has taken action on 26 cases involving vice activities in both sold and rental shops since January 2026.
Operators of OMEs must apply for a license and undergo a fit and proper assessment. They must also submit relevant land planning approval from HDB or the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA). Existing OME operators have a one-year grace period to transition into the new regime. Compliance requirements include customers having an unobstructed view of massage services at all times and the absence of private rooms, partitions, or cubicles.
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