Caribbean

Is Trinidad and Tobago safe?

Capital: Port of SpainEnglish, French, Spanish, ChineseUpdated October 2026

L3Reconsider travel

Is Trinidad and Tobago safe?

Violent crime is high, mostly gang-related in parts of Port of Spain, Laventille and San Fernando. Tobago and tourist areas are quieter. Avoid walking after dark.

Key facts

US travel advisory: Level 3: Reconsider travel, updated 2026-04-12.
Homicide rate: 40.4 per 100,000 people (2022, UNODC via World Bank).
Road deaths: 9.3 per 100,000 people a year (2019, WHO).
Emergency numbers: Police 999 · Ambulance 811 · Fire 990.
Solo women: Harassment and catcalling are common. Sexual assault is a concern; use trusted taxis at night and avoid isolated places.

Risks, scams and laws

Main risks

Armed robbery and gang shootings in parts of Trinidad
Kidnapping risk; advisory agencies urge caution
Rip currents and rough seas on north-coast beaches
Flooding and landslides in the rainy season

Common scams

Unofficial taxis (PH cars) overcharging; use a hotel-arranged taxi
Card skimming at ATMs and petrol stations

Laws visitors break by accident

Camouflage clothing is illegal for civilians.
Possession of cannabis is decriminalised in small amounts but not legal to sell.
Carry a copy of your passport and entry stamp.

Safety by place in Trinidad and Tobago

Place	Safety
Tobago	4/5 · Safe with normal care
Port of Spain	2/5 · High risk

Quick answers

Is Trinidad and Tobago safe for tourists?

Violent crime is high, mostly gang-related in parts of Port of Spain, Laventille and San Fernando. Tobago and tourist areas are quieter. Avoid walking after dark.

Is Trinidad and Tobago safe for solo female travelers?

Harassment and catcalling are common. Sexual assault is a concern; use trusted taxis at night and avoid isolated places.

What is the emergency number in Trinidad and Tobago?

Police 999 · Ambulance 811 · Fire 990.

Safety by place

Sources

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