Visitor & short-stay visas
Trinidadian and Tobagonian Visa Waiver on Arrival
For certain nationalities who may obtain a waiver of the visa requirement on arrival in Trinidad and Tobago rather than applying beforehand.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Eligible nationalities and the on-arrival waiver fee (reported elsewhere as around TT$400) are from secondary sources and unverified against an official page; confirm before publishing any amount or country list.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Trinidad and Tobago government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Waiver of the Visa
- Route type
- Visitor / visa waiver on arrival
- Where granted
- At the port of entry, subject to Immigration Officer approval
- Fee
- A fee is payable on arrival
- Amount not confirmed on an official page.
- Visa enquiries
- Immigration Division — Immigration.Visas@gov.tt; e-Visa (Visa Online Services) portal
- Discretion
- Granted case-by-case by the Immigration Officer; not guaranteed and not available to excluded nationalities
Who it is for
- Nationalities eligible for a visa waiver on arrival
- Travellers with pre-arranged immigration approval who qualify for a waiver
Requirements
- Valid passport and general entry requirements
- Payment of the visa waiver fee on arrival
- Approval of the examining Immigration Officer
How to apply
- The waiver is requested from, and granted at the discretion of, the examining Immigration Officer at the port of entry — it is not applied for in advance
- Present a valid passport and satisfy the officer's entry examination on arrival
- For confirmation of visa requirements for your nationality before travel, contact the Immigration Division at Immigration.Visas@gov.tt or use the e-Visa (Visa Online Services) portal
- Where a visa is required for your passport, apply through the e-Visa portal rather than relying on a waiver on arrival
Frequently asked questions
No. Even where a nationality may be granted a waiver, it is discretionary and decided by the examining Immigration Officer at the port of entry, subject to the usual entry examination and any fee. Confirm your passport's visa requirement with the Immigration Division before travelling.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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