Transit
21–30 days
Services
RoRo / Container / Shared Container
UK Loading
Tilbury, Felixstowe
From
£1,700
Sailing frequency and operators
Fortnightly RoRo via Sallaum/Grimaldi; weekly container. Carriers serving Port of Spain include Sallaum Lines, Grimaldi Lines, CMA CGM, Seaboard Marine.
Terminal and facilities
Dedicated RoRo berth, Customs and Excise examination yard, and Licensing Authority verification bay on-port.
Customs and import
30% import duty, 12.5% VAT, and motor vehicle tax scaling from TT$4/cc to TT$45/cc based on engine size.
See the full Trinidad and Tobago destination guide for documents, age limits and tax detail.
Insider tips for Port of Spain
Used vehicles must be under 4 years old (private) and require a Trade Licence Unit import licence before sailing. Right-hand drive only.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum age for car import into Trinidad?
Four years from year of manufacture for private importers. Commercial vehicles can be up to 6 years old.
Is the import licence hard to get?
Returning nationals and bona-fide private buyers are usually granted licences within 4–6 weeks. Apply via the Trade Licence Unit before shipping.