Trinidad and Tobago visa for French citizens

French passport holders can enjoy a delightful visa-free journey to Trinidad and Tobago, permitting stays of up to 90 days for tourism without the need for a prior visa application. For those planning longer visits or specific activities beyond leisure, three distinct visa types are available to consider. When preparing for your trip, keep in mind the significant time difference, typically 5 or 6 hours behind France depending on daylight saving, and budget for the local Trinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD). This vibrant Caribbean nation, where echoes of French patois can still be heard alongside its unique Carnival traditions, offers a cultural depth deeply influenced by its history.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required
Health insurance
Not required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristMultiple Entry eVisa (Short-Term Visitor)
90d$118multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
StudentStudent Permit
365d$30multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
StudentStudent Permit (CARICOM Nationals)
365d$15multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
StudentStudent Permit (Non‑CARICOM Nationals)
365d$30multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkWork Permit
multiple-entryvalid 1y
BusinessBusiness Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristTourist Visa (Embassy/Consular, Visa‑Required Nationals)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
TransitTransit Visa
3dvalid 3d
OtherResidence Permit (Returning Residents/Long‑Term Stay)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
TouristMultiple Entry Visa Application Fee
$118multiple-entry
Apply

90 days within any 180 day period.

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