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New CaledoniaTrinidad and Tobago: Visa required

New CaledoniaTrinidad and Tobago

Do France passport holders need a visa for Trinidad and Tobago?

Visa required

Yes. France passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Trinidad and Tobago.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

New Caledonia does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a France passport. See the France passport.

Source: tradeind.gov.tt (checked July 20, 2026).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-21
    Distance14,766 km, straight line (~17h 52m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Trinidad and Tobago55 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Trinidad and Tobago passport holders visiting New Caledonia: Visa-free.

Trinidad and Tobago drives on the left, the opposite side to New Caledonia. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do France passport holders need a visa for Trinidad and Tobago?

Yes. France passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Trinidad and Tobago.

How far is Trinidad and Tobago from New Caledonia?

About 14,766 km in a straight line, roughly ~17h 52m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Trinidad and Tobago?

Trinidad and Tobago dollar (TTD).

What is the emergency number in Trinidad and Tobago?

811 / 911 / 990 / 999.

Does Trinidad and Tobago drive on the same side of the road as New Caledonia?

Trinidad and Tobago drives on the left, the opposite side to New Caledonia. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Trinidad and Tobago in?

Port of Spain (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Port-of-Spain?

Piarco International Airport (POS), about 17 km away.

How many countries can enter Trinidad and Tobago without a visa?

55 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Trinidad and Tobago visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can France passport holders visit without a visa instead of Trinidad and Tobago?

Grenada, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Barbados, Saint Lucia, Dominica, Guyana.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.