Jet is pleased to offer the Trinidadian community in Canada a low cost method for sending gifts to Trinidad and Tobago from Canada


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Trinidad and Tobago is the largest economy in the Caribbean and a primary destination for Canadian and American exporters. However, shipping to the islands requires navigating a unique "stacked" tax system, including the specific Online Purchase Tax (OPT).


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Understanding the duty rates and calculation before sending your parcels to Trinidad and Tobago from Canada and the USA. Jet helps you understand - and minimize - customs clearance costs. We also offer delivery duty paid service to Trinidad and Tobago from Canada and the USA.


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The Trinidad and Tobago diaspora and business community in Canada—from Toronto to Vancouver—require efficient 2026 logistics. Jet Worldwide provides economy express delivery, Shopify consolidation, and specialized air freight solutions to Port of Spain and San Fernando.

Shipping to Trinidad from Canada: 2026 Benchmarks

Selecting the right service depends on weight and urgency. For small personal parcels under 5 kg, Canada Post is often the best fit. For commercial freight, Jet's global network offers superior speed and tracking.

Shipping Method Ideal For Est. Transit Cost Level
Canada Post Surface Personal parcels under 2 kg 8–12 Weeks Budget ($)
Jet Economy Express Tracked eCommerce shipments 4–7 Days Value ($$)
LCL Ocean Freight Commercial Pallets and Bulky Goods 3–5 Weeks Scalable ($)

*Reflects 2026 market rates. Please note: Jet Worldwide does not ship traditional barrels.

2026 Shipping Alternatives: Air versus Ocean

Modern logistics in 2026 favor parcel consolidation over traditional barrel shipping to minimize hidden port fees and terminal handling charges in Port of Spain.

The Canada Hub Advantage

For Canadian eCommerce sellers, we offer direct consolidation. This avoids the complexities of new 2026 USA tariffs while leveraging regional Caribbean flight paths for faster last-mile delivery.

Tech and eSIM Logistics

Shipping iPhone 17 or 18 models? While 2026 devices are eSIM focused, Canadian models often retain physical SIM trays. We provide secure purchase and forwarding via eZone for high-value tech.

Biomedical and Food Cold Chain

Need to send life-science materials or food samples? We provide Dry Ice (UN1845) solutions with fully compliant thermal packaging for the Trinidadian healthcare and food sectors.

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Understanding Customs: Duty, Tax and OPT

Customs clearance in Trinidad and Tobago involves three primary pillars: Custom Duty, the 7% Online Purchase Tax (OPT), and 12.5% VAT. Proper HS Code classification is essential for 2026 compliance.

CERS Declaration

Canadian exports valued at $2,000 CAD or more must be declared via the Canadian Export Reporting System (CERS) prior to departure.

Import De Minimis

While some thresholds apply, most commercial air parcels face the 12.5% VAT regardless of value. View detailed tax breakdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to ship to Trinidad?

For small personal items under 2kg, Canada Post Surface is the lowest cost. For businesses, consolidation via Jet Worldwide provides the best balance of speed, tracking, and predictable costs.

Why does Jet Worldwide not ship barrels?

We specialize in high-speed express courier and air freight. Barrels are better served by ocean carriers who specialize in residential port-to-port logistics and extended transit times.

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Receiving Goods in Canada for Shipping to Trinidad

Are you a business owner or individual in Trinidad and Tobago looking to expand your sourcing options beyond local shores? Do you find incredible deals on products from China or need to access the vast Canadian market, but face hurdles with shipping and delivery? The solution might be simpler (and closer!) than you think: securing a Canadian address to facilitate your international imports.


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