Grow Your Workforce in Trinidad and Tobago

Labor Laws in Trinidad‌ ‌and‌ ‌Tobago‌

• Annual Leave: 10 days
• Public Holidays: 12
• Maternity Leave: 14 weeks.
• Workweek: 40 hours per week.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Trinidad‌ ‌and‌ ‌Tobago‌

The standard VAT rate is 12.5%.

Work Visa in Trinidad and Tobago

Standard Work Permit

• Typically valid for up to three years, this permit is the most common option for foreign workers.
• The permit requires sponsorship by a Trinidad and Tobago employer and is issued only to individuals with skills not readily available locally.
• Applicants need a valid job offer, a completed application, proof of qualifications, a police clearance certificate, and a medical certificate.
• The application process is online, with supporting documents submitted to the Ministry of National Security upon arrival in the country.

Short-Term Work Permit

• Valid for up to 30 days and doesn't require a work permit for short-term stays in 12 months.
• This option is intended for short-term assignments or business visits.

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