Money in Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago uses the Trinidad and Tobago dollar. Here is how to pay there, whether to tip, and what common amounts are worth.
- Currency
- TTDTrinidad and Tobago dollar
- Symbol
- TT$
- Tipping
- Appreciated
Paying in Trinidad and Tobago
Cards work in towns and hotels. Carry cash for markets and taxis.
- Cards
- Accepted in cities and tourist areas
- Cash
- The Government of Canada (October 2026) says private taxis and maxi-taxis are cash-based, so confirm the fare in advance.
- ATMs
- iExplore says ATMs are found in the larger towns and accept Cirrus or Plus cards with a four-digit PIN. World Travel Guide (2019) names only Scarborough on Tobago, so availability elsewhere is unclear.
- Foreign currency
- iExplore says US dollars are also widely accepted.
- Exchanging money
- iExplore says a better rate is generally available at currency exchange offices. World Travel Guide (2019) says banks charge an exchange fee.
- Watch out for
- The Government of Canada says card and ATM fraud occurs frequently, so cover the keypad and use ATMs in public areas or inside a bank. World Travel Guide (2019) reports that export of local currency is capped at TT$200.
Tipping in Trinidad and Tobago
10–15% in restaurants if no service charge is added. Taxi tips aren't expected in Trinidad, but 10% is usual in Tobago.
Appreciated: Tipping isn't required, but a tip or rounding up is welcome.
Sources checked: iExplore (Trinidad and Tobago travel tips), Government of Canada (Trinidad and Tobago travel advice), World Travel Guide (Trinidad and Tobago money and duty free), Rough Guides, Travel Noire.
Convert to and from TTD
Quick reference
| Amount | USD | EUR | GBP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6.76 TTD | 7.58 TTD | 9.07 TTD |
| 10 | 67.62 TTD | 75.76 TTD | 90.74 TTD |
| 50 | 338 TTD | 379 TTD | 454 TTD |
| 100 | 676 TTD | 758 TTD | 907 TTD |
| 500 | 3,381 TTD | 3,788 TTD | 4,537 TTD |
What each amount is worth in TTD. Mid-market rates from 2 November 2026, 17:00 UTC.
Common questions
What currency does Trinidad and Tobago use?
Trinidad and Tobago uses the Trinidad and Tobago dollar (TTD).
Do you need to tip in Trinidad and Tobago?
Appreciated. 10–15% in restaurants if no service charge is added. Taxi tips aren't expected in Trinidad, but 10% is usual in Tobago.
Can you pay by card in Trinidad and Tobago?
Accepted in cities and tourist areas. The Government of Canada (October 2026) says private taxis and maxi-taxis are cash-based, so confirm the fare in advance.
Are there ATMs in Trinidad and Tobago?
iExplore says ATMs are found in the larger towns and accept Cirrus or Plus cards with a four-digit PIN. World Travel Guide (2019) names only Scarborough on Tobago, so availability elsewhere is unclear.