STATUS OF VISA PROCESSING AT THE U.S. EMBASSY PORT OF SPAIN
Non-Immigrant Visas
The U.S. Embassy Port of Spain have resumed processing nonimmigrant visas. Applicants applying in the same visa class and whose previous visa expired within the last 12 months may be eligible for interview waiver. Applicants may schedule a renewal appointment on the Information and Appointment Website.
You can review our global visa appointment wait times page to find wait times for all of our embassies and consulates that process visa applications.
Appointment wait times for nonresidents (people who do not live in Trinidad and Tobago) can be longer than the wait time for a citizen or resident of Trinidad and Tobago. As of April 27, 2026, the current visa appointment wait time for a nonresident applying for a business/tourism (B-1/B-2) visa at U.S. Embassy Port of Spain is 4 days. Nonresidents are not provided expedited appointments nor expedited visa processing. Processing a successful visa application takes up to 10-14 days.
Expedited/Emergency Appointments: If applicants have an urgent need for travel, they may request an emergency appointment by following the guidance on the Information and Appointment Website.
Security Information: Cellphones, bags, including purses, wallets, backpacks, briefcases, diaper bags and luggage are prohibited as are liquids and weapons. Place your application documents, identification, and payment in a clear plastic folder.
More information about Non-immigrant visas is available on travel.state.gov
Immigrant Visas
Immigrant visas to the United States are processed for citizens and residents of Trinidad & Tobago at the U.S. Embassy in Trinidad & Tobago.
To apply for an immigrant visa, a foreign citizen seeking to immigrate generally must be sponsored by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident immediate relative(s), or prospective U.S. employer, and have an approved petition before applying for an immigrant visa.
More information on Immigrant Visas
