Citizens of Trinidad and Tobago, as well as Jamaica and Dominica, now need visas to travel to the United Kingdom.
On March 12, the British High Commission in Port of Spain announced that, effective immediately, all nationals from Trinidad and Tobago will require a visa before traveling to or transiting through the UK, including for short visits.
The UK government explained that this move is in response to an increase in asylum applications, aiming to prevent misuse of the asylum system.
This decision comes less than two years after a similar measure was introduced for Dominican nationals on July 19, 2023. The UK had cited concerns related to Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, noting that the visa requirement was necessary to combat illegal migration, organized crime, and to protect national security.
The UK government emphasized that these actions are part of efforts to ensure the effectiveness of the visa system.
