Foreign travel advice

Trinidad and Tobago

Warnings and insurance

State of Emergency

The Trinidad and Tobago government introduced a State of Emergency on 3 March. The State of Emergency was introduced following persistent violent crime and criminal activity and gives authorities additional powers of search, arrest and detention. No curfew or restrictions on movement have been imposed.

Follow the instructions of police and local authorities.

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: 

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

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