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Trinidad and Tobago age-verification & online ID laws

Proposed Under-12 social-media ban (announced)

In January 2026 Trinidad and Tobago's prime minister said the government would ban social media for children under 12, without yet specifying enforcement or timing.

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Social media

Proposed

Bill / statute: Under-12 social-media ban (announced)
Status: Proposed bill (not yet law)

In January 2026 Trinidad and Tobago's prime minister said the government would ban social media for children under 12, without yet specifying enforcement or timing.

Timeline

Nov 1, 2024Opposition MP proposes minimum-age social-media restriction
Jan 1, 2026Proposed

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Frequently asked questions

Does Trinidad and Tobago require age checks or ID to use social media?

Not yet -- a bill is pending. Under-12 social-media ban (announced) is proposed. In January 2026 Trinidad and Tobago's prime minister said the government would ban social media for children under 12, without yet specifying enforcement or timing.

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