How to Ship to Trinidad and Tobago from the US
Trinidad and Tobago is a Caribbean island nation with strong trade ties to the US. Port of Spain's Piarco International Airport handles international cargo well. DHL, FedEx, and UPS all serve Trinidad regularly from Miami and New York. Like other Caribbean nations, the country has a large diaspora community in the US that regularly ships packages home.
Trinidad and Tobago Customs charges customs duty plus VAT (12.5%) on imports. Duty rates vary by product (typically 5–30%). The Customs and Excise Division uses CIF value (cost plus insurance plus freight) as the duty base. There is no meaningful de minimis exemption — all imports are assessed for duties.
Typical 1 lb cost
$35–$55 USD
Typical transit
3–14 business days
Carrier Options to Trinidad and Tobago
DHL Express Worldwide
Best for Trinidad. 2-4 business days. Strong Caribbean network from Miami.
FedEx International Priority
2-4 business days. Reliable delivery to Port of Spain metro area.
UPS Worldwide Expedited
3-5 business days. Good coverage in Trinidad's western corridor.
USPS Priority Mail International
7–21 business days via TTPost. Budget option; slower but usable for non-urgent packages.
Customs Forms Required
CN22 for items under $400. CN23 + commercial invoice for higher-value shipments.
Commonly Prohibited Items
- ✕Firearms and ammunition without Police Service authorization
- ✕Illegal drugs
- ✕Counterfeit goods and pirated media
- ✕Pornographic material
- ✕Seditious or treasonous publications
Trinidad and Tobago-Specific Shipping Tips
- 💡 CIF valuation means higher shipping costs increase the dutiable base — use the most competitive shipping rate
- 💡 VAT (12.5%) plus customs duty (5–30%) means total import taxes can be 15–42%
- 💡 DHL and FedEx are significantly faster and more reliable than TTPost
- 💡 Tobago deliveries add 1-2 days versus Trinidad — packages clear Trinidad customs then transfer via air or ferry
- 💡 Address format: house number, street name, village/district, Trinidad or Tobago — include phone number
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