TRAVELERS INFORMATION
TRAVELLERS INFORMATIOM
Trini Riddim Travelers Information & Guidelines
This Travelers’ Information guide is designed to describe and outline the entry requirements and travel arrangements you would need to put in place before entry into Trinidad and Tobago. This Travelers Information works in conjunction with other important guidelines. Therefore, should be viewed along with our Privacy policy, Cookies Policy and our terms and conditions guidelines. In order for us to serve you in the best ways possible with updated information about what is required before and during your travel and vacation period.
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. 22 March, 2024. Following a landmark Public Signing Ceremony for the Pandemic Fund (PF) Technical Cooperation Agreement (“Reducing the Public Health Impact of Pandemics in the Caribbean through Prevention, Preparedness, and Response” [RG-T4387] Project) on December 14, 2023, in Trinidad, the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) continues to progress towards the start of implementation.
The public is still reminded to adhere to the latest Public Health Guidelines. Persons can visit the Ministry of Health’s official social media pages or website here, for further information.
Trip Preparation Requirements
Visitors must also have an onward or return ticket to travel to the next destination
Persons entering Trinidad must have a valid passport (valid for six months after the date of their departure) from their country of citizenship.
Visas are not required for most countries unless you plan to stay longer than 90-days.
ARRIVAL GUIDELINES
We advise that basic health guidelines developed over the Pandemic period be observed. Masks are no longer mandatory in public spaces. Please use your discretion to:
Wear masks if you feel to;
The distance you keep from others ;
- Still cough into a tissue or into the crook of your elbow;
Keep hands clean and sanitized;
Health Guidelines
- The Trinidad and Tobago Ministry of Health requests recent travellers who experience a fever, cough, or respiratory distress to contact the Ministry of Health at 877-WELL (9355).
- For more information, visit the Ministry of Health’s website at: www.health.gov.tt
The Healthier Safer Tourism (HST) Stamp is a measurable and verifiable assurance to travellers of a healthier and safer travel and tourism option. The HST Stamp is an initiative of the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA).
- Officially approved by Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) and the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), the region’s leading tourism organizations, the Healthier Safer Tourism Stamp is a measurable and verifiable award for touristic spots and entities who are practicing recommended proactive COVID-19 health monitoring and safety measures. HST awarded facilities will be listed on the Caribbean Traveller’s Health Mobile App.
- For more information, visit CARPHA’s website at: www.carpha.org
GETTING AROUND
Safety
Visitors are always advised to be aware of their surroundings. It is advisable – as it generally is everywhere – to adhere to the following safety tips:
- Avoid carrying around large quantities of jewellery or money.
- Store expensive items in your hotel safe.
- Avoid isolated areas after dark.
- Lock cars at all times.
- Use an official tour guide for excursions.
- Licensed taxis have a number plate that begin with ‘H’.
- Ask your hotel reception/tourist office representative for assistance.
- If you decide to go out, let the hotel receptionist know your intended destination and anyone you are going with.
TRAVELING AROUND TRINIDAD
Emergency Contacts
1 868 612 7412
Emergency: 999
Emergency: 990
Emergency: 911
Emergency: 555
Emergency: 800-8477
1 868 622-0426
Emergency: 911
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Currency
The local currency is the Trinidad and Tobago dollar. US dollars are widely accepted at an approximate rate of TT$6.8 to US$1. You can find rate information at local banks, or the daily newspapers. Euro and the Pound Sterling (GBP) are not as widely accepted as US dollars. International credit cards are accepted at most hotels, restaurants and malls. However, travellers’ cheques are not accepted. ATMs are also widely available, but bank fees will apply. Applicable taxes are as follows: Value Added Tax (VAT) 12.5%, 10% hotel taxes and 10% service charge.
Language
The official language of Trinidad and Tobago is English, however, there are sections of the population that speak other languages, including “patois” (a dialect version of French), Spanish, Hindi and Chinese.
Telecommunications
It is advisable to check with your local service provider to find out more about the cost of international roaming. Wi-Fi is widely available at hotels, restaurants and shopping centres and at various hotspots throughout the island. Free Wi-Fi access is available in bzone areas across the island. You can register for bzone Wi-Fi access, here.
Electricity
Electrical outlets in Trinidad and Tobago supply electricity between 110/220 volts. Standard two-prong plugs can be used, however; it is advisable to travel with an adapter as a precautionary measure. Adapters can also be purchased at local electronic stores.
Local Weather Information
Trinidad is warm and sunny. The average daily temperature is 31.3 C/85 F, dipping to 22.7 C / 75 F in the evenings. There are only two “seasons”; the dry season (January – May) and the rainy season (June to December). During the rainy season, you can generally expect sunny mornings and early afternoon showers.
The island is located outside the hurricane belt, making it a haven for yacht owners throughout the region. The water temperature year-round is 24-29 C / 75-82 F, encouraging aquatic activities; including, surfing, world-class diving, sport fishing, kite surfing and paddle boarding.
Clothing Details
With a year-round temperature averaging between 22.7 to-31.3C / 75-92F, comfortable, light cotton clothing is recommended during your stay.
Long-sleeved shirts and long trousers are recommended as protection against mosquitoes during tours through the mangrove and rainforests. Dining in the evening is generally elegantly casual attire. Most places have a dress code in effect.
The large shopping centres of Trinidad are in the capital city Port-of-Spain, the City of San Fernando and the Borough of Chaguanas. Shopping malls are also located in areas such as Valsayn, Trincity, West Mall, St. James, Sangre Grande and Arima. In the inner city of Port-of-Spain there are rows of shops on Frederick, Charlotte and Henry Streets.
Military camouflage or camouflage clothing of any kind is illegal, reserved solely on the island for the military forces. Public nudity is also prohibited on the island.
Time Zone Guidlines
Trinidad and Tobago are on AST – Atlantic Standard Time / Atlantic Time (Standard Time).
The country does not observe Daylight Savings Time, which means that the country is 5-hrs behind UTC/GMT in the summer and 4-hrs behind UTC/GMT in the winter.
Shopping Information
The large shopping centres of Trinidad are in the capital city Port-of-Spain, the City of San Fernando and the Borough of Chaguanas. Shopping malls are also located in areas such as Valsayn, Trincity, West Mall, St. James, Sangre Grande and Arima. In the inner city of Port-of-Spain there are rows of shops on Frederick, Charlotte and Henry Streets.
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