The official flag.
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Map.
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The official coat of arms.
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Mayaro Beach
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Carnival Masqueraders
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A view of Parlatuvier Bay
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Red House, seat of Parliament
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Notice: As of July 14, 2014, all individuals and agencies facilitating international adoptions must be in compliance with the Intercountry Universal Accreditation Act.

The information contained on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of a licensed and qualified professional. While the content of this website is frequently updated, information changes rapidly and therefore, some information may be out of date, and/or contain inaccuracies, omissions or typographical errors.

About Trinidad and Tobago

First colonized by the Spanish, the islands came under British control in the early 19th century. The islands' sugar industry was hurt by the emancipation of the slaves in 1834. Manpower was replaced with the importation of contract laborers from India between 1845 and 1917, which boosted sugar production as well as the cocoa industry. To learn more please read About Trinidad and Tobago.

Hague Convention Information

Trinidad and Tobago is not party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption ( Hague Adoption Convention ). Therefore, when the Hague Adoption Convention entered into force for the United States on April 1, 2008, intercountry adoption processing for Trinidad and Tobago did not change. To learn more please read about Trinidad and Tobago and the Hague Convention.

Who Can Adopt

To bring an adopted child to United States from Trinidad and Tobago, you must be found eligible to adopt by the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government agency responsible for making this determination is the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). To learn more please read about Who Can Adopt from Trinidad and Tobago.

Who Can Be Adopted

Trinidad and Tobago has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for adoption. You cannot adopt a child in Trinidad and Tobago unless he or she meets multiple requirements. To learn more please read about Who Can Be Adopted from Trinidad and Tobago.

How to Adopt

Adoption Authority

Trinidad and Tobago's Adoption Authority

The Process

The process for adopting a child from Trinidad and Tobago generally includes the following steps:

Choose an Adoption Service Provider
Apply to be Found Eligible to Adopt
Be Matched with a Child
Adopt the Child in Trinidad and Tobago
Apply for the Child to be Found Eligible for Adoption
Bring Your Child Home

To learn more about this process please read How to Adopt from Trinidad and Tobago.

Traveling Abroad

Applying for Your U.S. Passport

A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave Trinidad and Tobago. Only the U.S. Department of State has the authority to grant, issue, or verify U.S. passports. Getting or renewing a passport is easy. To learn more please read about Traveling Abroad in Trinidad and Tobago.

After Adoption

What resources are available to assist families after the adoption?

Many adoptive parents find it important to find support after the adoption. Take advantage of all the resources available to your family -- whether it's another adoptive family, a support group, an advocacy organization, or your religious or community services.

Here are some good places to start your support group search:

Child Welfare Information Gateway

North American Council on Adoptable Children

Adoption Services Support Group for Adopting Persons

Contact Information

U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago

15 Queen's Park West (PO Box 752) Port of Spain , Trinidad Tel: 868-622-6371 through 6

Trinidad and Tobago's Adoption Authority

Adoption Board 55-57 St. Vincent Street Port of Spain, Trinidad Tel: (868) 627-4447

Probation Office (The Adoption Board is not responsible for legal guardianship cases. To seek legal guardianship, the prospective guardians need to contact the Clerk of the Peace through the courts in Trinidad and Tobago.) 3 rd Floor ANSA House Corner of Queen and Henry Streets Port of Spain, Trinidad Telephone: (868) 623-8180

Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago

1708 Massachusetts Ave, NW Washington, DC 20036 Tel: 202-467-6490

Trinidad and Tobago also has consulates in: Miami and New York.

Office of Children's Issues

U.S. Department of State CA/OCS/CI SA-17, 9th Floor Washington, DC 20522-1709 Tel: 1-888-407-4747 E-mail: AskCI@state.gov Internet: U.S. Department of State

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

For questions about immigration procedures, call the National Customer Service Center (NCSC)

1-800-375-5283 (TTY 1-800-767-1833)

SOURCE

Intercountry Adoption, Bureau of Consular Affairs. U.S. Department of State Country Information adoption.state.gov/country_information/country_specific_info.php?country-select=trinidad_and_Tobago

Adopting from Trinidad and Tobago

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