Tax in Trinidad and Tobago

For those considering moving to Trinidad and Tobago

There are often a number of factors to consider when contemplating a new domicile. Taxes may be one of them. We can provide you with an overview of the most basic personal taxation rules in Trinidad and Tobago.

30

Marginal tax rate

183

Tax immigration rule

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Wealth tax
Overview of personal taxation in Trinidad and Tobago – updated per 2025

What is required to establish tax residency in Trinidad and Tobago?

Individuals who stay in Trinidad and Tobago for 183 days or more during a tax year are considered to have moved there and to be tax residents.

Which types of income are taxable in Trinidad and Tobago?

Resident taxpayers in Trinidad and Tobago are taxed on their worldwide income, while non-resident taxpayers are taxed on income sourced in Trinidad and Tobago, as well as income remitted to Trinidad and Tobago.

What tax rates apply in Trinidad and Tobago?

Trinidad and Tobago has a progressive tax system, with rates ranging from 25 to 30%.

Does Trinidad and Tobago grant tax credit for foreign taxes?

Trinidad and Tobago grants a tax credit for taxes paid abroad, limited to the amount of Trinidad and Tobago tax payable on the same income.

Is there wealth tax in Trinidad and Tobago?

Trinidad and Tobago does not levy wealth tax.

What is the tax year in Trinidad and Tobago?

The tax year in Trinidad and Tobago corresponds with the calendar year.

When must the tax return be filed in Trinidad and Tobago?

The individual tax return in Trinidad and Tobago must be filed by 31 October of the year following the tax year.

What is the name of the tax authority in Trinidad and Tobago?

The name of the tax authority in Trinidad and Tobago is Board of Inland Revenue.

How many countries does Trinidad and Tobago have tax treaties with?

Trinidad and Tobago has tax treaties with approximately 10 countries. Norway is not among them.

Is there property tax in Trinidad and Tobago?

Trinidad and Tobago has property tax. Rates range from 1 to 6% and are assessed based on the property’s rental value.

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