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#CARD:Trinidad and Tobago:Travel\Consular Information
Trinidad & Tobago - Consular Information Sheet
May 27, 1993
Country Description: Trinidad and Tobago is a developing nation comprised
of two islands. Tourist facilities are widely available.
Entry Requirements: A passport is required for travel to Trinidad and
Tobago. Visas are not required for tourist or business stays of up to two
months. Work permits are required for certain types of compensated and non-
compensated employment, including missionary work. The immigration
regulations of Trinidad and Tobago have been amended to allow persons
entering the country to engage in gainful employment in any trade,
profession or occupation without a work permit for a period not exceeding 30
days. For further information concerning entry and customs requirements,
travelers may contact the Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago at 1708
Massachusetts Avenue N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, tel. (202) 467-6490 or
the Consulate in New York City.
Medical Facilities: Medical care is sometimes limited. Doctors and
hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. U.S.
medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. In some
cases, supplementary medical insurance with specific overseas coverage has
proved useful. For additional health information, travelers can contact the
Centers for Disease Control's international travelers hotline at (404) 332-
4559.
Crime Information: Petty street crime occurs. Valuables left unattended on
beaches are subject to theft.
The loss or theft of a U.S. passport overseas should be reported to the
local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Birth certificates
and/or driver's licenses generally cannot be replaced outside of the United
States. U.S. citizens can refer to the Department of State's pamphlet, "A
Safe Trip Abroad," which provides useful information on guarding valuables
and protecting personal security while traveling abroad. Both this pamphlet
and "Tips for Travelers to the Caribbean" are available from the
Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington
D.C. 20402.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in
which they are traveling. Criminal penalties for possession, use, and
dealing in illegal drugs are severe and strictly enforced. Many of the
Americans convicted for drug offenses in Trinidad and Tobago were caught
taking suitcases or packages containing drugs out of the country. Even if
the package or suitcase is being carried for someone else, the traveler is
liable for its contents. Convicted offenders can expect lengthy jail
sentences and fines.
Embassy Location/Registration: U.S. citizens may register with the Consular
Section of the U.S. Embassy, located at 15 Queen's Park West in Port-of-
Spain, Trinidad; telephone (809) 622-6371. U.S. citizens may obtain from
the U.S. Embassy updated information on travel and security in Trinidad and
Tobago.
No. 93-155
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated October 27, 1992 to add
information on reporting the loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport.
#ENDCARD