The emergence of the COVID-19 virus, U.S. government regulations related to COVID-19, host-country conditions (including border closures), and the necessity for social distancing has affected the volume of services we can accommodate and the ability to provide routine services.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 3 August, 2020 | Topics: News, Visas | Tags: American Citizens Services, Ask the Consul, Coronavirus; COVID-19, Non Immigrant Visa
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Repatriation Flight
Ambassador Joseph Mondello today handed over US$22,000 worth of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to the Minister of National Security, Stuart Young to assist in managing the spread of COVID-19.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 16 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, ODPM, PPE
The U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain has been informed by the airline that the JetBlue Airlines flight scheduled from Port of Spain to New York on Friday July 17 is fully booked.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: American Citizens Services, Coronavirus; COVID-19, Repatriation Flight
While the U.S. Embassy suspended routine visa services due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are exploring ways to efficiently serve our student applicants as soon as in-person appointments are possible again.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 6 July, 2020 | Topics: News, Visas | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, SEVIS, student visas
The United States remains committed to boosting local efforts to assist displaced Venezuelans and refugees, and the gracious Trinbagonian communities that host them. In fact, we have spent seven million U.S. dollars over the last three fiscal years to help efforts right here in Trinidad and Tobago.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, UNHCR, USAID, Venezuela, World Refugee Day
The purpose of our sanctions is to identify those entities that are providing material support to the illegitimate Maduro regime. It is critical that the Trinbagonian business community track and comply with U.S. sanctions to the full extent possible.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 11 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Bureau Of Western Hemisphere Affairs, China, Coronavirus; COVID-19, Investment; AMCHAMTT, Venezuela
We strongly encourage U.S. citizens residing in Trinidad and Tobago to register with the Embassy's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, https://step.state.gov/step/ , which is commonly referred to as “STEP.”
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 8 June, 2020 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Visas | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, STEP, U.S. Citizens, Visas
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain advises that Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways is marketing two charter flights departing from Trinidad and Tobago for San Juan, Puerto Rico on Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11, 2020.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 7 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Repatriation Flight
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain advises that Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways is marketing an additional flight departing from Trinidad and Tobago for San Juan, Puerto Rico on Friday, June 5, 2020
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 30 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Repatriation Flight
Entry of foreign nationals who were physically present within the following list of countries within 14 days prior to their entry or attempted entry into the United States is suspended.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 26 May, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Entry of Foreign Nationals, Visas
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain remains closed as of March 16, 2020 except for emergency services to U.S. citizens.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 20 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Message for U.S. Citizens, Visas
The Work Permit Secretariat and Citizenship and Residency Unit located at 52-60 Abercromby Street (Temple Court 2), Port of Spain, will remain closed to the general public until May 24, 2020.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Message for U.S. Citizens
The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens to continue to observe the Government of Trinidad and Tobago’s social distancing guidelines.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Message for U.S. Citizens
The Government of Trinidad and Tobago has announced phases to begin re-opening services in Trinidad and Tobago with Phase 1 effective May 11, 2020.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: American Citizens Services, Coronavirus; COVID-19
To help you during this time, the U.S. Embassy has created a resource guide with information about locally available and online resources for your security and wellbeing.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 7 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: American Citizens Services, Coronavirus; COVID-19
April 29, 2020 Location: Trinidad and Tobago Event: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has expanded its list of COVID-19 symptoms (fever, cough, and shortness of breath) to include chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat and new loss of taste or smell. Note this list is not all inclusive,
CDC guidance is to consult your medical ...
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 29 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: CDC, Coronavirus; COVID-19
April 27, 2020 Location: Trinidad and Tobago Event: The U.S. Embassy Port of Spain advises U.S. citizens that the Government of Trinidad and Tobago’s Stay at Home order has been extended from April 30 to May 15. The borders will also remain closed until at least May 15. These measures have been implemented to limit the spread of COVID-19 and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Stay At Home Order
I am happy to announce that the United States will provide US$3,000,000 in immediate, additional funding to help the Caribbean address the COVID-19 pandemic, of which Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) will each receive US$475,000.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: CARPHA, CDC, Coronavirus; COVID-19
The U.S. Embassy Port of Spain advises U.S. citizens that the Government of Trinidad and Tobago’s Stay at Home order remains in effect until April 30.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Stay At Home Order
The U.S. Embassy Port of Spain has confirmed availability of seats on a West Jet commercial flight from Port of Spain to Toronto, Canada on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. To book a ticket on this flight U.S. citizens are advised to contact the airline directly at: https://bit.ly/2xg9Eco.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 13 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: American Citizens Services, Coronavirus; COVID-19
U.S. citizens are advised to prepare to remain in Trinidad and Tobago until regular commercial flights are once again available. For daily updates on the situation in Trinidad and Tobago and our emergency services efforts please refer to the Embassy webpage on COVID-19.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: American Citizens Services, Coronavirus; COVID-19, Stay At Home Order
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain invites you to a virtual town hall for U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents (green card holders) on the embassy Facebook page at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday April 8, 2020.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News | Tags: American Citizens Services, Coronavirus; COVID-19, Virtual Town Hall
The U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago recognizes this has been a challenging time for many U.S. citizen travelers affected by the suspension of international flights and border closures.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, News | Tags: ACS, Coronavirus; COVID-19
The information on this page was updated on August 05, 2020 at 10:37 a.m. T&T time
Flight from Port of Spain to Fort Lauderdale on July 31st, 2020 (28 July, 2020) Flight from Port of Spain to Fort Lauderdale on July 28th, 2020 (23 July, 2020) Update: Friday July 17 Flight to New York fully booked (15 July, 2020) Health Alert: Flight from Port of Spain to New York on July 17, 2020 (14 July, 2020) Additional Planned Flights from POS to Puerto Rico and Florida on June 10 & 11. (7 June, 2020) Additional Planned Flight from Port of Spain to San Juan, Puerto Rico and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida (U.S.A.) (30 May, 2020) Planned Flight from Port of Spain to San Juan, Puerto Rico and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida (U.S.A.) (28 May, 2020) Embassy Remains Closed; Guidance on Consular Issues (20 May, 2020) Government of Trinidad and Tobago Citizenship and Residency Information Update (15 May, 2020) U.S. Citizens Advised to Rely on Authoritative Sources of Information (14 May, 2020) Details of Phased Re-Opening in Trinidad and Tobago (12 May, 2020) Resource Guide for U.S. Citizens (7 May, 2020) CDC adds COVID-19 Potential Symptoms (29 April, 2020) Stay at Home Order Extended until May 15 (27 April, 2020) Health Alert – Information on IRS Coronavirus Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments (24 April, 2020) Stay at Home Order Still in Effect – Grocery Stores, Pharmacies Remain Open; Restaurants Remain Closed (22 April, 2020) Seats Available on Flight to Toronto, Canada (13 April, 2020) Health Alert – Virtual Town Hall Video (9 April, 2020) U.S. Citizens are advised to remain in T&T until regular commercial flights resume (9 April, 2020) Virtual Town Hall on Wednesday April 8, 2020 (7 April, 2020) Stay Home Order Extended until April 30 – Revised Hours for Stores; Restaurants Close (6 April, 2020) Message for U.S. Citizens: Stay Home Order Remains in Effect (3 April, 2020) Message for U.S. Citizens: Prepare to remain in Trinidad and Tobago until regular commercial flights resume (2 April, 2020) Message for U.S. Citizens: Last chance to Book April 1, 2020 Charter Flight to Miami (31 March, 2020) Seats still available on Charter Flight to U.S. (Miami) on Wednesday April 1 (30 March, 2020) Information on Government of Trinidad and Tobago Stay at Home Order/Public Health Ordinance (29 March, 2020) Information on U.S. Flight on Wednesday April 1, 2020 (29 March, 2020) Special Flight Leaving Trinidad to the United States on Wednesday April 1, 2020 (28 March, 2020) Assistance Request Form and Information on Extensions of Stay for Foreign Nationals (28 March, 2020) Travel and Repatriation Assistance Request Online Form and Email address (26 March, 2020) COVID-19: Travel and Repatriation Assistance Requests (25 March, 2020) COVID-19: Closure of Trinidad and Tobago Borders midnight March 22, 2020 (21 March, 2020) COVID-19: Airlines Reducing or Suspending Service from Trinidad and Tobago (19 March, 2020) COVID-19: Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel (18 March, 2020) COVID-19: Cancellation of routine U.S. citizen services and visa interviews starting March 17, 2020 (17 March, 2020) COVID-19 Information (26 February, 2020) Country-Specific Information: There are eight deaths and 197 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Trinidad and Tobago. Effective midnight March 22, 2020 Trinidad and Tobago closed its borders. This measure was revised on May 09 and remains in effect ...
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 26 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Notification | Tags: Coronavirus; COVID-19, Message for U.S. Citizens
