Ask the Consul — September 2021
U.S. citizens can schedule an appointment to submit their passport applications and those who qualify can request passport renewal by mail.
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Health Alert: Trinidad and Tobago Health and Travel Information for U.S. Citizens
As part of our efforts to give U.S. citizens timely information so that they can make informed choices about travel abroad, the Department advises that the United States government does not plan to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to private U.S. citizens overseas.
Read More» Submit your absentee ballot now in these special elections for Federal Office
Submit your absentee ballot now in these special elections for federal office: The following states have elections in the next 90 days: March 20, 2021: Louisiana Special Primary Elections in U.S. Congressional Districts 2* and 5** May 1, 2021: Texas Special Election in U.S. Congressional District 6*** Service members, eligible family members, and overseas …
Read More» Flight from Port of Spain to Fort Lauderdale on July 31st, 2020
The U.S. Embassy Port of Spain has been advised of a flight with commercial carrier JetBlue from Port of Spain to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) on Friday, July 31st for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens.
Read More» Flight from Port of Spain to Fort Lauderdale on July 28th, 2020
The U.S. Embassy Port of Spain has been advised of a flight with commercial carrier JetBlue from Port of Spain to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) on Tuesday, July 28 for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens.
Read More» Health Alert: Flight from Port of Spain to New York on July 17, 2020
The U.S. Embassy Port of Spain has been advised of a flight with the commercial carrier JetBlue from Port of Spain to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City on Friday, July 17, for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens.
Read More» Security Alert for U.S. Citizens: Civil Unrest on Beetham Highway
Location: Beetham Highway, East Port of Spain Event: Please be advised that individuals are blocking the road with debris on Beetham Highway, East Port of Spain. There are reports of rioting and gunfire exchange in the area. U.S. citizens are advised to stay west and avoid East Port of Spain, Morvant, Laventille areas. Actions to Take: · …
Read More» Closure of Trinidad and Tobago Borders midnight March 22, 2020
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Location: Trinidad and Tobago Event: On Sunday, March 22, Trinidad and Tobago will close international borders to all travelers, including Trinidad and Tobago nationals, and suspend all commercial flights into the country. On March 21, the Government of Trinidad and Tobago announced it will close international borders …
Read More» Cancellation of routine U.S. citizen services and visa interviews starting March 17, 2020
Effective March 17, 2020, American Citizens Services will offer emergency services only for U.S. citizens. Routine services not related to safety, such as passport renewals without imminent travel, are not considered emergencies and will not be scheduled at this time.
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Ask the Consul – March 2018
Question: My former wife took my son to the United States for Christmas vacation and has not brought him back to Trinidad. I am concerned because she is now not accepting my calls or answering emails. What advice can the U.S. Embassy offer? Fearful parent Answer: If your child was abducted to the United States, …
Read More» Ask the U.S. Consul — February 2018
Question: My uncle is a United States citizen and he is visiting Trinidad for Carnival. Is he required to advise the U.S. Embassy of his presence here for a short stay? Answer: No, but if he would like to do so, he can use the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). We encourage all U.S. citizens …
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Embassy spends the day at work in the Borough of Arima
Arima, Novmeber, 2017: The U.S. Embassy set up its offices in Arima for one day on Novmeber 14, in an effort to seek new opportunities to engage with the eastern community. Offices were based at the Larry Gomes Stadium in Arima from 8 a.m. to 4:o0 p.m. An initiative of Chargé d’Affaires John W. McIntyre …
Read More» Ask the U.S. Consul – November 2017
My father is a United States citizen but he lives in Trinidad with me, I have heard of recent changes in Social Security benefits, does he have to travel to the U.S. to receive his payments? Thank you for your inquiry. Residing in Trinidad and Tobago has minimal effect on your father’s Social Security …
Read More» Health Public Advisory – Yellow Fever
People travelling from Trinidad and Tobago are advised to carry their International Immunization Card with proof of their updated Yellow Fever vaccination when travelling. For American citizens residing in Trinidad and Tobago, the International Immunization Card may be obtained at the following County Medical Offices with proof of immunization: St. George East John Shaw Avenue …
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