Trinidad and Tobago: Uber suspends services

Event

Uber has suspended services is Trinidad and Tobago until further notice. The application went offline at noon (local time) on May 30. It is unclear if the company intends to resume services in the country at a later date.

Context

According to Uber, the decision was based on economic and not legal factors.

Advice

Individuals in Trinidad and Tobago are advised to use alternate means of transportation. Private taxis in the country are unmarked but are identifiable by their license plate, which starts with the letter H; do not use unofficial taxis, whose plates will begin with the letter P. In all circumstances, be sure to negotiate the price with the driver before departing as taxis do not have meters.