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Trinidad and Tobago

25%effective individual rate

25% flat income tax applies. Trinidad is on the EU tax blacklist. Growing crypto interest in the energy-rich economy.

FATCA Partner

Yes

FATF Status

Clear

EU Blacklist

Yes

Dual Nationality

Allowed

Bitizenship

Not yet

Tax Rates

Capital Gains Tax25%
Income Tax on Crypto25%
Corporate Tax30%
VAT on Crypto12.5%

Activity Taxes

Staking

25%

Mining

25%

DeFi

Not addressed

NFTs

Not addressed

Taxable Events

Crypto → Fiat

Taxable

Crypto → Crypto

Taxable

Holding Period

No holding period benefit

None

Regulation & Residency

Regulatory Body

Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago

Residency Requirement

Various visa options

Reporting Requirements

Annual tax return

Citizenship & Residency Path

Residency via employment/investment; citizenship after 8 years

Notable Conditions

  • 25% flat rate
  • EU tax blacklisted
  • Energy-rich economy
  • Growing crypto interest

Living & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

Moderate

Banking Access

Good

Quality of Life

Moderate-High

Lifestyle Scores

Safety4/10
Healthcare5/10
Institutions5/10
Business Ease5/10
Int'l Schooling4/10
Privacy6/10

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