The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Monday issued a warning against phishing scams involving emails displaying the name “philsys.gov.ph” and unauthorized house-to-house visits by individuals claiming to be from the agency.
In an advisory, the PSA said scammers pose as agency employees offering help to update National ID registrations by asking victims to fill out Google forms sent via email. Others conduct house visits requesting photos of government-issued IDs in exchange for cash.
“The PSA would like to emphasize that these activities are not authorized by the agency,” the advisory stated.
The PSA clarified that National ID updating services are only available at select registration centers during office hours. Registered persons must personally visit these centers with supporting documents; no online forms are required.
The agency also stressed that it does not distribute cash assistance to National ID holders nor collect data or photos in exchange for money.
The PSA urged the public to remain cautious and report suspicious activities through official National ID channels on Facebook at PSAPhilSysOfficial or via email at info@philsys.gov.ph, warning that unauthorized actions could compromise privacy and security.