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Moving to Trinidad and Tobago or for that matter any country can become difficult-unless you make yourself aware of the customs regulation details in that country. After all, you do not want your belongings to be stranded in some port in the country. In some countries especially, customs regulations can be very stringent-and you may suddenly find yourself in a puddle. So, do your homework!
The customs regulations information listed on our website have been collected from several sources including information made-available-by embassies and government websites. |
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Major Citie(s) in Trinidad and Tobago |
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Customs Regulations applicable while shipping to Trinidad and Tobago |
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport
- Work Permit (Non-Resident)
- Customs Bond
- Inventory (in English)
- Cash Deposit
- Import License
- Proof of overseas residence for
minimum one year
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT AT
CLEARANCE
- Used household goods duty-free if
owned minimum one year (receipts and other documents required to show period
of ownership)
- Shipments must arrive within two
months of Customer
- All shipments inspected at Container
Examination Station
- A 10% special tax applicable to
returning nationals that qualify
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- New items (less than one year
old)
- MUST STATE AGE AND SPECIFIC
DETAILS FOR ABOVE
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Weapons and ammunition
- Narcotics and medicine
- CB radios, walkie-talkies, etc.(will
be confiscated)
- Tapes
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Subject to duty, VAT and tax
- Import License and proof of ownership
required
- May not sell or transfer vehicle
within a period of two years after importation
- Customer must have owned vehicle for
a minimum of six months prior to return to Trinidad & Tobago
- Customer must have resided abroad for
a minimum of five years
- Invoices (for proof of age)
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NOTE - Customs regulations of Trinidad and Tobago are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to Trinidad and Tobago (this destination )and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, Movers.com cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate before you make your move to Trinidad and Tobago. |
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