If you’re a foreigner eager to explore new destinations, consider visiting the captivating islands of Trinidad and Tobago. However, before setting foot on this island, it’s essential to determine whether a visa is required.
Who Requires a Visa for Trinidad and Tobago? Citizens of the countries listed below can enter and visit Trinidad and Tobago without a visa; all they need is a valid passport, a return flight ticket, and a bank statement document:
- European Union/EFTA (limited to 90 days in 180 days, except for Irish citizens)
- Grenada
- Russia
- Albania
- Guatemala
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Guyana
- Saint Lucia
- Argentina
- Honduras
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Bahamas
- Hong Kong
- Samoa
- Bangladesh
- India
- Serbia
- Barbados
- Israel
- Seychelles
- Belize
- Jamaica
- Sierra Leone
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Japan
- Singapore
- Botswana
- Kenya
- Solomon Islands
- Brazil
- Kiribati
- South Africa
- Brunei
- Lesotho
- South Korea
- Canada
- Malawi
- Suriname
- Chile
- Malaysia
- Tonga
- Colombia
- Maldives
- Turkey
- Costa Rica
- Mauritius
- Tuvalu
- Cuba
- Mexico
- United Kingdom
- Dominica
- Montenegro
- United States
- Dominican Republic
- Namibia
- Uruguay
- Ecuador
- Nauru
- Vanuatu
- El Salvador
- Nicaragua
- Zambia
- Eswatini
- Pakistan
- Zimbabwe
- Gambia
- Panama
- Ghana
- Peru
*All other individuals need to apply for a visa to enter and visit the country.
For Trinidadian and Tobagonian Passport Holders, check out the related article: Visa-Free Countries.
How to Apply for a Trinidad and Tobago Visa? Follow these steps when applying for a Trinidad and Tobago visa:
- Contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Trinidad and Tobago in your home country and schedule a visa appointment.
- Compile all required documents. Refer to ‘Trinidad and Tobago Visa Requirements’ for details.
- Submit the necessary documents in person at the nearest embassy or consulate of Trinidad and Tobago in your home country.
- Await a response. You’ll receive a visa decision within seven to ten working days from the Trinidad and Tobago embassy where you submitted the documents.
Note: The application process itself takes about four weeks. Plan your trip accordingly, especially when purchasing flight tickets.
Trinidad and Tobago Visa Requirements Here are the documents you must submit when applying for a Trinidad and Tobago visa:
- Valid passport.
- Completed Trinidad and Tobago visa application form.
- Valid travel health insurance covering medical expenses in Trinidad and Tobago.
- Accommodation proof, demonstrating you have a place to stay in the country. This can include a letter of invitation from a friend or relative.
- Bank statement confirming financial stability to support yourself in Trinidad and Tobago.
- Recent passport-sized color photo.
- Criminal record document indicating no threat to Trinidad and Tobago.
- Health record document.
- Travel itinerary.
- Letter from your employer affirming your return to your home country after the visa expires.
- Letter from your university indicating your return after the visa expires.
- Civil status documents (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.), as applicable.
Note: You may undergo an interview when submitting your visa application documents.
Duration of a Trinidad and Tobago Visa The duration of a Trinidad and Tobago tourist visa is 90 days. For stays exceeding 30 days, apply for a Trinidad and Tobago residence permit.
Trinidad and Tobago Visa Fees The visa fee varies based on the entry visa type:
- Single entry visa: $53.
- Multiple entry visa: $85.
Complete the visa application fee payment at the embassy or consulate of Trinidad and Tobago in your home country when submitting documents. Attach the receipt to your visa application after completing the fee payment.
Long-Stay Visas for Trinidad and Tobago Various Trinidad and Tobago long-stay visas are available, depending on your stay’s purpose:
- Business visa: For business meetings, conferences, and business contacts.
- Investor visa: For foreign citizens investing in government-approved projects.
- Missionary visa: Issued by the minister responsible for immigration.
- Student visa: For foreign students studying in Trinidad and Tobago.
- Tourist visa: For foreign citizens visiting the country.
- Transit visa: Required for transiting through Trinidad and Tobago to your final destination.
- Work visa: For foreigners working in Trinidad and Tobago.
Note: A Trinidad and Tobago residence permit is also required when applying for a long-stay visa.
Residence Permit for Trinidad and Tobago Foreign applicants seeking a Trinidad and Tobago residence permit must submit applications to the Ministry of National Security (MNS) in the following cases:
- Applying for a long-stay visa.
- Spouse of a citizen who is a permanent resident in Trinidad and Tobago.
- Parent or grandparent of a citizen who is a permanent resident in Trinidad and Tobago.
Important: The last two options apply only if the citizen who is a permanent resident in Trinidad and Tobago proves financial support during your stay in the country.
Why Visit Trinidad and Tobago? With its rich culture, diverse cuisine, historical significance, and stunning beaches, Trinidad and Tobago offer several compelling reasons to explore:
- Affordability.
- Known as the land of Hummingbirds with over 500 bird species.
- Exceptional diving experiences.
- Varied and delectable food options.
- Birthplace of steel sound music.
- Crystal-clear waters.
- Renowned for producing the world’s best chocolate.
- Diverse daily activities.
- Vibrant and colorful carnivals annually.
- Enormous biodiversity with over 3,000 different species.