Fake Aid Message Checker
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Warning signs scammers often use
- Link to an unofficial or unknown siteMost government aid sites end in .gov.my. Some official sites don't, such as mySalam (mysalam.com.my). Don't tap links in messages: type the official address into your browser yourself.
- Asks for personal or bank detailsGovernment agencies don't ask for your MyKad number, password, OTP/TAC or bank details by message.
- Asks you to apply through a link or WhatsAppMOF: no STR or SARA applications or payments are made through WhatsApp.
- Asks for a paymentApplying for government aid is free of charge.
- Pushes you to act fastScammers create time pressure so you don't stop to check.
- Chain-message styleOfficial statements aren't written with "VIRAL", all capitals or rows of exclamation marks.
Latest: false or true
View allSimple rules before you click
- Only trust links that end in .gov.my, and type the portal address into your browser yourself.
- Government agencies do not ask for your MyKad number, password, TAC/OTP or bank details through messages.
- Applying for government aid is free.
- Only download apps from the official app stores.
If you have already been scammed
Call 997 (National Scam Response Centre, NSRC) as soon as possible, then contact your bank.
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Sources for rates & rules
- Viral WhatsApp message claiming MOF offers STR and SARA RM600 to singles is fake (21 Jan 2026, in Malay) — Ministry of Finance · accessed 19 Oct 2026
- MOF denies giving SARA RM100 for National Day (5 Aug 2026, in Malay) — Ministry of Finance · accessed 19 Oct 2026
- Warning notice, Official STR Portal (in Malay) — LHDN (HASiL) · accessed 19 Oct 2026
The warning signs are drawn from official warnings by government agencies. This automatic check is not final. Most of the official sources below are in Malay.
The first draft of this page was AI-assisted from the sources above. Every figure was checked by Que.
Official links only
- mof.gov.my
- bantuantunai.hasil.gov.my
If you've been scammed, call 997 (NSRC). This is not a government website.
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Que · Editor, JelasKini
Que is the editor of JelasKini. Que checks every figure, date and condition against official government sources (media statements, agency portals and data.gov.my) before publishing, and corrects mistakes openly. Que is not a licensed financial adviser.
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