Trinidad and Tobago: Authorities shorten COVID-19-related curfew as of Oct. 7 /update 30

Event

As of Oct. 7, authorities in Trinidad and Tobago have shortened the nightly curfew but are maintaining unchanged other related business and travel restrictions to curb the spread of COVID-19.

Under the new regulations, the nightly curfew is in effect 22:00-05:00, one hour shorter than under previous guidelines. During curfew hours, residents may not leave their homes except to attend to essential matters such as a health issue. Persons authorized to travel during curfew hours must have a permit provided by authorities.

Food establishments can operate for delivery and take-out services. However, in-person dining remains banned. Other establishments, such as bars, casinos, cinemas, theaters, places of worship, gyms, and most nonessential retail, remain closed. Beaches, rivers, and public pools are also closed. Public gatherings are limited to five people, while weddings and funerals can have up to 10 people. Public transport can operate at 50 percent capacity. All individuals aged eight and older are required to wear facemasks in public spaces, including in private vehicles.

Travel Restrictions
Unvaccinated foreign citizens are not allowed to enter the country. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated if they have taken all doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine more than 14 days prior to their trip to Trinidad and Tobago. Unvaccinated children traveling with fully vaccinated family members are also allowed to enter but must take a COVID-19 test three to five days after arrival. Additionally, all travelers must have proof of a negative RT-PCR test taken no earlier than 72 hours prior to their arrival in the country.

Unvaccinated citizens may enter, but must do so via the Piarco International Airport (POS) in Trinidad, and must quarantine at an approved state-supervised hotel for 14 days, during which they must take additional COVID-19 tests.

All travelers entering the country, including children, must complete the TTravel Pass form; the form is available here.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice, depending on disease activity.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements and business appointments. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance.

Resources

World Health Organization (WHO)
Government COVID-19 Updates
TTravel Pass