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EMBASSY/CONSULATE ADDRESSES

Diplomatic representation in US:
Chief of Mission: Neil Parsan
Embassy: 1708 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC
20036
Telephone: [1] (202) 467-6490
Fax: [1] (202) 785-3130

Consulate(s) General are in:
Miami
1000 Brickell Av., Suite 800,
Miami, FL 33131.
(305) 374-2199

New York
475 Fifth Avenue, bet. E.40th & 41st Sts
New York, NY 10017.
(212) 682-7272

US Diplomatic Representation:
Charge: Beatrice W. Welters
Embassy: 15 Queen's Park West, Port-of-Spain
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 752, Port-of-Spain
Telephone: [1] 868 622-6371
Fax: [1] 868 822-5905

Embassy and Consulate Web Sites for Trinidad and Tobago

U.S. Embassy Web Site in Trinidad and Tobago
Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago in New York
Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago in Washington DC


FOREIGN RELATIONS

U.S.-TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO RELATIONS

The United States and Trinidad and Tobago enjoy cordial relations. U.S. interests in the country and throughout the hemisphere include increasing investment and trade. as well as enhancing Trinidad and Tobago's political and social stability and its positive regional role through support for drug interdiction, health promotion, and legal and security affairs. Assistance to Trinidad and Tobago from the U.S. military, from law enforcement authorities, and in health matters is important to the bilateral relationship and to accomplishing U.S. policy objectives. The two countries have extradition and mutual legal assistance treaties, and agreements on maritime cooperation and tax information exchange. There are large numbers of U.S. citizens and permanent residents of Trinidadian origin living in the United States (mostly in New York and Florida), which keeps cultural ties strong. About 20,000 U.S. citizens visit Trinidad and Tobago on vacation or for business every year, and more than 6,500 American citizens are residents.

U.S. Assistance to Trinidad and Tobago

The U.S. Government provides technical assistance to the Government of Trinidad and Tobago through a number of existing agreements. A Customs Advisory Team from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security works with the Ministry of Finance to update its procedures. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a part of the Department of Health and Human Services, collaborates with the Trinidad-based Caribbean Epidemiology Center and other regional partners to provide technical assistance and financial support for HIV/AIDS-related epidemiology surveillance and public health training in the region. Trinidad and Tobago is a participant in the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, the U.S. government’s regional citizen security and youth development assistance program.

Bilateral Economic Relations

Trinidad and Tobago is a leading beneficiary of the U.S. Caribbean Basin Initiative, which aims to facilitate the economic development and export diversification of the Caribbean Basin economies by providing beneficiary countries with duty-free access to the U.S. market for most goods. U.S. commercial ties with the country have always been strong; many of America's largest corporations have commercial links with Trinidad and Tobago, and more than 30 U.S. firms have offices and operations in the country. In recent years, U.S. firms have invested mostly in the petrochemical, oil/gas, and iron/steel sectors. Trinidad and Tobago is the single largest supplier of liquefied natural gas to the U.S. The two countries have a bilateral investment treaty, and agreements on double taxation and intellectual property rights.

Trinidad and Tobago's Membership in International Organizations

Trinidad and Tobago maintains close relations with its Caribbean neighbors and major North American and European trading partners. Trinidad and Tobago and the United States belong to a number of the same international organizations, including the United Nations, Organization of American States, International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and World Trade Organization.

Bilateral Representation

The U.S. Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago is Beatrice W. Welters; other principal embassy officials are listed in the Department's Key Officers List.

Trinidad and Tobago maintains an embassy in the United States at 1708 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036 (tel. 202-467-6490).

More information about Trinidad and Tobago is available from the Department of State and other sources, some of which are listed here:

Department of State Trinidad and Tobago Page
Department of State Key Officers List
CIA World Factbook Trinidad and Tobago Page
U.S. Embassy: Trinidad and Tobago
History of U.S. Relations With Trinidad and Tobago
Human Rights Reports
International Religious Freedom Reports
Trafficking in Persons Reports
Narcotics Control Reports
Investment Climate Statements
U.S. Census Bureau Foreign Trade Statistics
Export.gov International Offices Page
Travel and Business Information




TRAVEL ADVISORIES

To obtain the latest Travel Advisory Information for Trinidad & Tobago check the U.S. State Department Consular Information Sheet.


TRAVEL TIPS

Driving U.S Driving Permit accepted
Currency (TTD) Trinidad and Tabago Dollar
Electrical 115 Volts
Telephones Country Code 1



Transportation

Ground: Ground transfers are provided by various service providers. These range from government agencies (bus service), taxi associations to several independently owned and operated vehicles. All commuter transport vehicles are designated by the letter ‘H’ in their vehicle number plates.

In Port of Spain, San Fernando and other major towns, transportation services for the large part have been centralised into depots. In Port of Spain these services can be located in close proximity to Independence Square, with the major hubs being found at City Gate on South Quay.

Buses: The buses serve main commuter routes and are differentiated into two services the transit and express commuter services (ECS). Schedules can be obtained from the Public Transport Service Corporation.

Sample Routes/Fares
ECS Airport to Port of Spain: TT$4 - (7am, 7:15am, 4:05pm, 4:15pm)
ECS Port of Spain to San Fernando: TT$6
ECS Port of Spain to Arima: TT$6

ECS service is also available to points east of Port of Spain and runs along a dedicated transit highway system.

Taxis: Taxis and maxi-taxis (colour coded mini-buses) run on fixed routes and generally operate from designated stands. Fares range from TT$2 - TT$10 on average. Off route transfers usually cost more.

Car Rentals: Car rental agencies are located in Port of Spain, San Fernando and at Piarco International Airport. International rental agency presence at airport. All major credit cards are accepted.

Driving: Visitors in possession of valid licenses issued in U.S., Canada, France, U.K., Germany and the Bahamas may drive for up to three months. International licenses are also accepted. Driving is on the left side of the road.


CUSTOMS/DUTIES

TOBACCO...........200 Cigarettes or 50 Cigars or 250g of Tobacco

LIQUOR..............1.5 Litres of Wine or Spirits in Opened Bottlest

PERFUME...........Reasonable for Personal Use

GIFTS.................Up to the Value of US$200

CAMERAS...........No Restrictions

FILM...................Reasonable for Personal Use

AGRICULTURAL ITEMS/CURRENCY/GIFTS...Refer to Consulate

NOTE: Each family is required to fill in a Customs Declaration form on arrival in Port of Spain or Tobago.



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