Trinidad And Tobago Import Regulations

Used Car Import Rules & Regulations

• • Age restriction: Maximum 4 years old for vehicles (5 years max for taxis).
• • Right-hand drive vehicles: RHD vehicles are allowed for import.
• • Inspection: No roadworthiness inspection is required for imported used cars.
• • Roadworthiness inspection upon arrival: No specific roadworthiness inspection required upon arrival for used vehicles.

Destination Port & Shipping

• • Destination port: Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.
• • Time of shipment: RORO 24-34 days.
• • Vessel schedule: RORO monthly.

Used Cars Import Duties & Taxes

• • Duties and taxes are based on engine capacity and VAT.

Used Cars Import Documentation

• • Four copies of Customs Declaration Form (C82 Form) completed for all imported goods.
• • CARICOM Area Invoice (for goods entering the CARICOM region), provided by the supplier.
• • Supplier’s invoice showing purchase details.
• • Bill of Lading (BOL) for shipping details.
• • Import license authorizing the import.
• • Deregistration certificate showing manufacturing date, engine number, and chassis number matching the vehicle.
• • Original passport (proof of identity for the importer).