U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago
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U.S. Embassy donates computers and equipment to Waterloo Secondary School
On December 11, the U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain, working with United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM), donated educational equipment and supplies valued at $25,000 to Waterloo Secondary School.
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United States donates computers and equipment to primary school in Tobago
On December 5, the United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), in coordination with the U.S. Embassy Port of Spain, provided educational equipment and supplies worth $25,000 to Roxborough Anglican Primary School in Tobago.
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Chairman of Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine to meet Trinidad and Tobago’s prime minister
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine is scheduled to visit Trinidad and Tobago on November 25, 2025.
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Joint Chiefs chairman meets Trinidad & Tobago prime minister on regional security
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen.
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U.S., Trinidad & Tobago mark decades-long military partnership with new initiatives
The United States and Trinidad and Tobago have a long history of military cooperation, marked by recent joint activities and ongoing support.
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U.S. Marines to hold joint training with Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force
The United States Marine Corps 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), currently assigned to the United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), will conduct joint training exercises with the Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (TTDF) from November 16 to...
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Lochmaben Roman Catholic School students tour USS Gravely after U.S.-funded upgrades
On October 27, 2025, thirty-five students and fifteen teachers from Lochmaben Roman Catholic School in Cedros visited the USS Gravely (DDG-107) at the Port of Spain.
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U.S. Navy ship to visit Trinidad and Tobago for joint defense exercises
The USS Gravely (DDG-107) is scheduled to visit Trinidad and Tobago from October 26 to 30, docking in Port of Spain.
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U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain announces regular operations for October 21
The U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain has announced that it will be open on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
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U.S. Embassy warns against visiting government facilities in Trinidad and Tobago amid heightened alert
The U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago has issued a security alert advising individuals to avoid all U.S. government facilities in the country through the upcoming holiday weekend due to an increased state of alert.
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Secretary Rubio meets with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar on security
Secretary Rubio met with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar on September 30, 2025, to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and Trinidad and Tobago.
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U.S. Embassy supports barbershop program for former inmates in Trinidad & Tobago
The U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain has provided financial support for the launch of Foreign Exchange, a barbershop in Diego Martin aimed at helping formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society.
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U.S. Embassy Port of Spain marks 24th anniversary of September 11 attacks
On September 11, the U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain marked the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with a wreath-laying ceremony.
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Deputy Secretary Landau discusses regional security with Trinidad and Tobago prime minister
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a call with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to discuss ongoing cooperation between the two countries.
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U.S. congratulates Trinidad and Tobago on 63rd independence anniversary
On August 31, 2025, the United States extended congratulations to Trinidad and Tobago on its 63rd anniversary of independence.
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State Department updates rules for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers starting September 2025
Effective September 2, 2025, the Department of State will implement new guidelines for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers.
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Two fugitives returned from Trinidad & Tobago to face drug charges in United States
On August 22, 2025, two U.S. citizens, Tevin Williams and Zakiya Williams, were deported from Trinidad and Tobago to the United States.
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U.S. Embassy hosts culinary event promoting American meat exports in Trinidad & Tobago
On August 19, the U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain, together with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service and the U.S. Meat Export Federation, hosted an event for culinary professionals from Trinidad and Tobago.
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U.S. Embassy introduces online fee payment for passport renewals by mail
The U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago has introduced an online payment option for adult U.S. passport renewal applications, allowing eligible applicants to mail their documents rather than applying in person.
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U.S. State Department issues advisory on medical assistance resources for travelers
The U.S. Department of State has issued a notice regarding medical assistance for travelers.