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Export to Trinidad and Tobago
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Port of Spain or Point LisasImporting a vehicle from the UK to Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago accepts used petrol and diesel vehicles up to 8 years old, with an import licence. We ship UK vehicles to Port of Spain and Point Lisas.
Import rules
What you can import into Trinidad and Tobago
Petrol and diesel: up to 8 years
Used petrol and diesel vehicles must be no more than 8 years old from the year of manufacture when imported.
Hybrids and electric
Hybrids: up to 3 years old. Electric vehicles: up to 2 years old.
Import licence
Used vehicles need an import licence, applied for online. Individuals can import one used vehicle every four years.
Documents
You need the UK certificate of cancellation of registration showing the engine and chassis numbers, plus proof of age.
Inspection
The vehicle is inspected and certified roadworthy by the Transport Commissioner before registration.
Rules last checked October 2026. Import rules and taxes change, so always confirm the latest position with your clearing agent before you buy. We'll also check for you before you pay.
Popular in Trinidad and Tobago
What we ship to Trinidad and Tobago
- Toyota Hilux
- Toyota Land Cruiser
- Range Rover and Discovery
- Ford Ranger
- Vans and trucks — ask us
FOB and CNF prices
Prices on our website are FOB: the vehicle delivered to the UK port, in US dollars. Ask us for the CNF price, which adds sea freight to Port of Spain. Import duty, taxes and clearing in Trinidad and Tobago are paid separately in Trinidad and Tobago.
How it works
From the UK to Port of Spain
Choose a vehicle
Pick a vehicle that meets Trinidad and Tobago's age rules, or tell us what you need and we'll source it.
Get your CNF price
We send the price shipped to Port of Spain by RoRo or container.
Your import licence
Where Trinidad and Tobago requires one, you apply for the import licence or permit before the vehicle ships. We send you the documents you need.
Shipping
The vehicle goes to a UK port and is shipped to Port of Spain.
Arrival and clearing
Your customs broker clears the vehicle and arranges inspection and registration.
Questions
Trinidad and Tobago FAQ
How old can a used car be for Trinidad and Tobago?
Petrol and diesel vehicles up to 8 years from the year of manufacture. Hybrids up to 3 years and electric vehicles up to 2 years.
Do I need an import licence?
Yes, for used vehicles. Apply online before the vehicle ships. Individuals can import one used vehicle every four years.
Which ports do you ship to?
Port of Spain and Point Lisas.
Sources: Ministry of Trade, Investment and Tourism: personal vehicles (2026)
Tell us what you need
Send the model, year and budget. We'll check it meets Trinidad and Tobago's rules and get back to you as soon as possible.
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