| Country | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Area | Mindanao / Zamboanga Sibugay Province |
| Type | emerging hub |
| Status | Emerging: New location reported in 2025–2026. |
| Latest reporting | The Bureau of Immigration and police raided two sites on 2 Oct 2026 and arrested 244 foreigners, mostly Chinese, in the Philippines' largest POGO-type bust of 2026 (The Star, 4 Oct 2026). |
Nearby hubs
- Metro Manila micro-hubs · Philippines · Active
- Bamban (Tarlac) former POGO hub · Philippines · Reported closed
- Koror / Airai hotel scam centres · Palau · Disrupted
- Dili · Timor-Leste · Emerging
- Oecusse (ZEESM digital free trade zone) · Timor-Leste · Emerging
If someone you know is here
- Contact your country’s embassy or consulate first, with the person’s full name, passport number and the location.
- Do not pay “release money” to agents without official advice.
- Send evidence safely through the secure drop.
Questions people ask
Where is Zamboanga Sibugay (Alicia/Siay)?
Zamboanga Sibugay (Alicia/Siay) is in Mindanao / Zamboanga Sibugay Province, Philippines. The pin on this page is approximate, at town or zone level.
Is Zamboanga Sibugay (Alicia/Siay) still active in 2026?
Status: Emerging. The Bureau of Immigration and police raided two sites on 2 Oct 2026 and arrested 244 foreigners, mostly Chinese, in the Philippines' largest POGO-type bust of 2026 (The Star, 4 Oct 2026).
Location approximate. Information as publicly reported; last reviewed 09 Nov 2026. Corrections: [email protected]