There was no change to the advisory level.The “kidnapping” indicatorwasremoved.An area of increased risk was added.Advisory summary was updated.
Reconsider travel to Trinidad and Tobago due tocrime.There is also a heightened risk of terrorism.Some areas haveanincreasedrisk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Exercise increased cautioninrural areasdue tohealthrisks.
State of Emergency
OnMarch 2, 2026, the Government of Trinidad and Tobago (GOTT) declared anewnationwide State of Emergency (SOE). This is due toa spike in violent criminal activitythat could threaten public safety.
During the SOE, the GOTT has imposed the following measures:
- The Trinidad and Tobago Police Servicecan:
- Arrest people on suspicion of involvement in illegal activities.
- Search and enter public and private properties as needed.
- Bail is suspended for those suspected of committing a crime.
- Members of the Defense Force are following similar regulations as the local police.
- There are currently no curfews or restrictions on public gatherings.
TheGOTTwillmonitorthe SOE daily. Restrictions may change with little or no notice.
Advisory Summary
Although violent crime in Trinidad and Tobago has droppedgreatly since2024 due to security efforts started during thepreviousstateofemergencies, crimeremainsa challenge throughout the country.Crime rates are lower in Tobago than in Trinidad.
Due to crimerisks, U.S. government employees working in Trinidad and Tobago arenot allowed to travelto the following areas in Port of Spain:
- At any time:
- Laventille
- The southern end of Charlotte Street between Oxford Street and Park Street (past the General Hospital)
- Piccadilly Street
- Besson Street
- Beetham, Sea Lots,Cocorite, and the interior of Queens’ Park Savannah
- At night:
- Port of SpainBeaches
- Downtown Port of Spain
- Fort George
- Queen’s Park Savannah
There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Trinidad and Tobago. Visit the U.S. Department of State’sCountry Reports on Terrorismto learn more.
Risks in specific areas
Exercise increased caution due to limitedhealth carein rural areas on both Trinidad and Tobago. Medical services for routine and emergency proceduresin those areasare limited.
Read theHealth sectionof the Travel Guidance on this page for more information.
If you decide to travel toTrinidad and Tobago:
- Enroll in theSmart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
- Review theCountry Security Reportfor Trinidad and Tobago.
- Use caution when walking or driving at night. Avoid poorly lit or remote areas.
- Be aware of possible online datingscams, either for potential financial theft or physical harm.
- Stay aware of your surroundings.
- Do not display signs of wealth, like cash, expensive watches, or jewelry.
- Stay alert when visiting banks and ATMs.
- Do not physically resist any robbery attemptunless forced into a vehicle or remote area.
- Refer to our list ofmedicalproviders.
- Review our information onTravel to High-Risk Areas,Crime Abroad,andVictims of Crime.
- Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for thelatest Travel Health InformationforTrinidad and Tobago.
- Whetheryou’rea first time or frequent traveler, use theInternational Travel Checklist.
- We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check withyourtravel insurance providerabout evacuationassistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.
- Make sure your insurance includes medical evacuation coverage.
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