The German Federal Foreign Office has issued urgent travel advisories for four countries, including Trinidad and Tobago, due to escalating security risks.
The alert, initially issued on December 5th, highlighted concerns surrounding the ongoing state of emergency and violent crime in the country.
It noted the murder rate nearing two per day and cited certain areas, like downtown Port-of-Spain and districts in Chaguanas and Arima as particularly dangerous due to gang violence.
While the advisory does not constitute a formal travel ban, it strongly urges German nationals, expatriates, and businesses with operations to limit non-essential travel and reassess contingency plans.
It added that travelers to Trinidad and Tobago can expect heightened security measures, including an increased police and military presence in public areas, as well as routine identity checks.
Authorities have advised all visitors to closely follow local security instructions.
