Becoming a Citizen of Trinidad and Tobago

CONTENTS Definition of Personality†¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦2 How a person becomes a citizen in Trinidad and Tobago†¦.. 3 Roles of a Citizen †¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦.. 7 Qualities of an outstanding citizen †¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦8 Pictures of Document †¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦Ã¢â‚¬ ¦9 DEFINITION OF PERSONALITY: According to the American Psychological Association, personality refers to the individual differences in characteristic patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving. These patterns can be observed amongst all living organisms within the universe. Personality is the essential character of a person and is that aspect of every human being that impresses others. HOW A PERSON BECOMES A CITIZEN OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: This is the complete legal process of becoming a Trinidad and Tobago citizen- 1. A person must apply to be a citizen at through the ministry of national security. 2. You must fulfill these criteria: * The spouse of a resident or citizen of Trinidad and Tobago. * The parent or grandparent of a resident or citizen of Trinidad and Tobago who resides in the country and is willing and able to provide care and maintenance for you. * Working in Trinidad and Tobago under a Work Permit for five or more continuous years at the time of application. However, a former resident or citizen of Trinidad and Tobago who wishes to obtain residency again would have to: * Obtain a Police Certificate of Character from all countries of residence within the last five years and from Trinidad and Tobago. Please follow the link below for information on obtaining a Police Certificate of Character from Trinidad and Tobago. Certificates must not be dated more than six months before the date of application. * Have legally entered the country if you are currently living in Trinidad and Tobago. Not be in a prohibited class as outlined in Section 8(1) of Immigration Act. The Immigration Act can be viewed in its entirety on the Ministry of National Security's Immigration Division website. 3. You must obtain and complete two copies of a â€Å"P&I 6 Form† from one of the offices below, or from any Trinidad and Tobago overseas mission. These are available at: 1. Citizenship and Immigration Section Temple Court 31-33 Abercromby Street, Ground Floor Port of Spain Trinidad, West Indies Phone: (868) 623-2441-5 Fax: (868) 625-9405 E-Mail:  [email  protected] ov. tt 2. Immigration Office Port Authority Building Milford Road Scarborough Tobago, West Indies Tel: (868) 639-2681 Fax: (868) 639-1868 3. Both copies of the application form should be completed in accordance with the included instructions and returned in person, together with all required documentation. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: * Four identical passport-sized photos taken within the last six months. * Birth Certificate and supporting Affidavit, if necessary (original and one copy). * Marriage Certificate, if applicable (original and one copy). Police Certificate of Character from previous counties of residence within the last five years and from Trinidad and Tobago, dated not more than six months from the date of application. * Work Permits issued in the name of the applicant for five years (original and one copy). * Job Letter or, if self-employed, evidence of registrat ion of Company and letter indicating nature of employment and income. * Financial statements reflecting any investment accounts, bank accounts or credit union accounts dated not more than two weeks before date of application. Tax Clearance Certificate â€Å"B† or â€Å"C†, which can be obtained at the Inland Revenue Department, Trinidad House, St. Vincent Street, Port of Spain. * Photocopies of each utilised page of a valid foreign Passport. The required documentation may vary according to the reason for applying for residency in Trinidad and Tobago. 4. The following fees are payable upon approval of an application for Resident Status: * Nationals of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries pay TT$400. 00. Nationals of non-CARICOM countries pay TT$1000. 00. Payment must be made in cash or by certified cheque at: Cashier's Unit Ground Floor, Ministry of National Security 31-33 Abercromby Street, Port of Spain Trinidad, West Indies The Cashier's Unit is open Monday throug h Friday from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm, except public holidays. If application was made at an Overseas Mission you are required to enter Trinidad and Tobago once your Resident Status is approved to pay your fees and to collect your Certificate of Resident Status. AFTER APPLICATION: All applications are placed in a queue in the order in which they are received. Staff from the Citizenship and Immigration Section will review each application and, if necessary, request omitted information. Once an application is deemed to be complete, the Ministry will send written notification to the applicant of the date and time he or she has been scheduled for an interview. During the interview, an Immigration Officer will determine if the applicant qualifies for Resident Status. After the interview, the Ministry will send the applicant written notification of the final decision regarding his or her application for Resident Status. The period of time from when you apply to final decision may vary from one to four years. ROLES OF A CITIZEN: As a citizen of Trinidad and Tobago many roles must be played. There are rights and responsibilities that are required in order to fulfill the position of a legal Trinidad and Tobago resident. The rights, roles and responsibilities of a citizen are available in the Trinidad and Tobago constitution. These rights are: the right of the individual to life, liberty, security of the person and enjoyment of property And the right not to be deprived thereof except by due process of law; * the right of the individual to equality before the law and the protection of the law; * the right of the individual to respect for his private and family life; * the right of the individual to equality of treatment from any public authority in the exercise of any functions; * the right to join political parties and to express political views; * the right of a parent or guardian to provide a school of his own choice for the education of his child or ward; * freedom of movement; * freedom of conscience and religious belief and observance; * freedom of thought and expression; * freedom of association and assembly; and * Freedom of the press. QUALITIES OF AN OUTSTANDING CITIZEN: An outstanding citizen must display characteristics that have a positive and significant impact on the country. Becoming a good citizen in take obeying the law, voting, paying attention to government and politics, donating money to help others, volunteering to help others and helping with problems and issues within society. Excelling at these and other duties amongst society creates the perfect example of what an outstanding model citizen can be. Being an outstanding citizen comes with great results. Awards and privileges are given with the act of outstanding citizenry and a rich and prosperous lifestyle awaits the achiever.