Trinidad and Tobago visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Trinidadian Visa is not required for Indians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • India citizens intending to visit Trinidad and Tobago do not need a visa to visit the country. That is, they can visit Trinidad and Tobago on visa-free.
  • Nationals of India can visit and stay in Trinidad and Tobago for up to 90 days.
  • To extend your staying period, you should get in touch with the Immigration Department of Trinidad and Tobago. However, this extension incurs an extension fee.
  • You are to provide an original international passport that valid for at least 6 months, and you should reserve a minimum of two blanked pages for requisite stampings.
  • Your country's national Identity card is required upon or before your arrival in Trinidad and Tobago.
  • Proof of hotel reservation or any other means of your accommodation is required.
  • Sufficient funds that will cater to all your expenses throughout your stay in the country should be made available before you embark on your journey to the country.
  • Airport tax is not levied on any passenger when they are visiting or departing from the country.
  • The standard time zone of Trinidad of Tobago is (GMT-4). India is 9 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Trinidad and Tobago.
  • The average flight's estimated time to fly from Delhi, India to Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago is 24 hours.
  • The airlines flying to Trinidad and Tobago are Air India, JetBlue, Air Canada, Caribbean Airlines, United, American, British Airways, and Emirates.
  • The telephone line used in Trinidad and Tobago is (+1-868) available for both national and international communications.
  • Banks do not operate on weekends(Saturdays and Sundays) in the country.
  • The legal tender accepted in Trinidad and Tobago is the Trinidad and Tobago Dollar(TTD). 
  • There are no restrictions to the amount you can bring into the country once they are declared upon your arrival in Trinidad and Tobago.
  • Your baggage is cleared at your first airport of entry in Trinidad and Tobago.
  • A veterinarian good health certificate and rabies inoculation certificate. Entry permit is also required when visiting with your pets.
  • The entry permit must have been obtained before you visit Trinidad and Tobago, and it must be issued by the Director of Agriculture in Saint Clair, Trinidad.
  • Import permit issued by the commissioner of police in Trinidad and Tobago is required for the import of arms and ammunition.
  • Languages spoken in Trinidad and Tobago comprise Tobagonian Creole, Trinidadian Hindustani and Trinidadian English Creole, while the English language is the official language spoken in the country.
  • Port of Spain is the official capital city of Trinidad and Tobago.
  • The mediums for transporting in Trinidad and Tobago are through air service, ferry service, railways, roads, public transport, and port and harbours.
  • The population of Trinidad and Tobago is estimated to be over 1 million people.
  • Religion in Trinidad and Tobago is not peculiar to one religion only. The country practices various religions consist of Islam, Hindus, and Christianity which is the dominant religion in the country.
  • Tourist destinations you will need to explore while in Trinidad and Tobago are Asa Wright Nature Center and Lodge, Maracas Beach, Pitch Lake, Englishmans Bay, etc.
  • Dishes that are common in Trinidad and Tobago are Pelau, Stewed chicken, breadfruit oil down, macaroni pie, ox-tails, dhal, callaloo, etc.
  • The power plug types used in Trinidad and Tobago are types A, and B. The voltage supply is 115V and while standard frequency is 60Hz.
  • Climate in Trinidad and Tobago is a tropical climate; always hot throughout the year, with dry and cool season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trinidad and Tobago safe to visit?

Trinidad and Tobago is a safe country. However, there is some news of petty theft occurring on the island of Trinidad, and you are advised to beware when you are visiting this area.

What is the source of revenue for Trinidad and Tobago?

Due to the large reserves and exploitation of oil and gas, the country earns above its average national revenue from the exportation of petroleum and petrochemicals. These resources place the country as the reachest English-speaking Caribbean country in the Carribean region.

When is the right time to visit Trinidad and Tobago?

The best time to visit Trinidad and Tobago is around January to May. This period, the skies are considered crystal clear. You can also visit the country from June to December which is the rainy season and hotels in the country are charged at lesser rates due to the occurrence of the rain as at that time.

How many days can India citizens are allowed to stay in Trinidad and Tobago?

India nationals are allowed to stay in Trinidad and Tobago for up 3 months. They are also allowed to extend their stay should the given days are not sufficient to cater for their reasons for visiting Trinidad and Tobago.