CARICOM Skills Certificate
CARICOM Skills Certificate is a residence route in Trinidad and Tobago (EU / EFTA free movement). CSME free movement for qualifying CARICOM nationals; indefinite stay and work without work permit.
EU residence rights and relocation planning →Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide if domiciled; remittance basis otherwise.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | EU / EFTA free movement |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | — |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | — |
| Citizenship | 8 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | CARICOM nationals only |
| Tax | Worldwide if domiciled; remittance basis otherwise. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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