The Ministry of Works and Transport is offering a three month moratorium until March 7th, 2021, for motorists to get their vehicle tint in line with recently amended legislation.

In a statement on Friday the Ministry noted that the moratorium was effected on December 7th.

Once the moratorium is up, traffic wardens will begin full enforcement of the law, with errant drivers facing a fine of up to $5,000.

Here are the changes under the new legislation: 

Minimum levels of Visible Light Transmittance (VLT)

• Windscreen – at least 70% VLT

• Windscreen’s Anti-Blare Band (AGB) or Visor– (Width of 6” or 15cm from top of Windscreen) – at least 35% VLT

• Front windows (driver and passenger) – at least 35% VLT

• Rear windows (including side windows) – at least 20% VLT

• Rear windscreen – at least 20% VLT

Additionally, individuals or businesses who wish to apply for an Exemption Certificate on the condition of medical grounds or safety and security, are now required to download the Tint Exemption Application Forms utilizing the link http://www.mowt.gov.tt/Divisions/Transport Division/Forms on the Ministry’s website www.mowt.gov.tt.

Application Forms along with the necessary supporting documents are to be placed in a sealed envelope and addressed to the ‘Transport Commissioner, Transport Division Southern Main Road, Caroni, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, APPLICATION FOR TINT’.

Application forms must be deposited in the White Box labelled TINT APPLICATION, located on the Ground Floor Staff Entrance, Caroni Licensing Head Office, Southern Main Road, Caroni.

The Ministry of Works and Transport urges the general public to utilize the extension provided to ensure that their vehicle meets the requirements of the new tint regulations.