Sending a parcel to Trinidad and Tobago
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Trinidad and Tobago. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Trinidad and Tobago arrives in 10–18 days (standard) or 3–5 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 480 €, customs duty from 480 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Trinidad and Tobago
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Summary
A parcel to Trinidad and Tobago arrives in 10–18 days (standard) or 3–5 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 480 €, customs duty from 480 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- latin america
- EU
- No
- Currency
- TTD
- Standard delivery
- 10–18 days
- Express delivery
- 3–5 days (DHL/FedEx Express)
- Customs duty from
- 480 €
- VAT
- from 480 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Trinidad and Tobago
| Carrier | Business days from carrier pickup. Does not include weekends or public holidays. | Indicative price for a 10 kg parcel. Calculated from average market rates — varies by season, volume and fuel surcharges. | Key strengths | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 DHL Express Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–2 days | 160 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
 FedEx Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 147 € | Strong USA and Asia network · Fast intercontinental delivery (2–4 days) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 UPS Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 141 € | Worldwide coverage in 220+ countries · UPS Saver express service (1–3 days outside EU) | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Trinidad and Tobago
Values are averages of the cheapest standard and fastest express service. Actual price depends on the carrier.
Prices by weight
Indicative prices and delivery time
| Weight | Standard shipping — balanced choice. Parcel typically arrives in 2–5 business days. Includes tracking. | Express shipping — priority handling and delivery in 1–2 business days. Surcharge is typically 50–150 % over standard. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | 22 € | 56 € |
| 5 kg | 38 € | 92 € |
| 10 kg | 64 € | 155 € |
Prices are indicative, the actual amount depends on the carrier, exchange rate and seasonal surcharges. See the carrier comparison table below for exact numbers.
Customs
Trinidad and Tobago exempts personal shipments up to ~500 USD (~480 €) from duty and VAT 12.5%. Above this threshold, duty per the Customs and Excise Division schedule (0–45% by category) + VAT 12.5% applies. Trinidad is the Caribbean's most developed economy — clearance in Port of Spain typically takes 2–5 days. DHL, FedEx and UPS are all available.
Required documents
- CN22 is a simplified customs declaration for parcels up to 2 kg and €270 in value. Completed at the post office or generated by the carrier. Without CN22, the parcel may be held at customs.
- Commercial invoice
- Detailed description and value in USD
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Trinidad and Tobago.
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons and ammunition (without permit)
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- Agricultural products (without permit)
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Data accuracy
Indicative information — verify at source
Shipping prices, delivery times and customs limits change over time and may differ by carrier, volume and season. Values on this page are indicative — they help you decide which carrier to pick, not to calculate a binding price. Before shipping, always verify current rates and conditions with the chosen carrier and the customs authority of Trinidad and Tobago.
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What is the de minimis threshold for shipments to Trinidad and Tobago?
Trinidad and Tobago exempts shipments up to ~500 USD (~480 €) from duty and VAT — one of the most generous thresholds in the Caribbean. Above that, duty 0–45% + VAT 12.5% applies.
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