Passport Shortage Relief on the Way | Trinidad and Tobago News

Homeland Security just received a much-needed shipment of 8,000 passport booklets, easing a critical shortage that had officials rationing supplies and applicants waiting up to ten weeks. While this early delivery from Canada Bank Note Company is a win, the backlog remains massive — and delays aren’t disappearing overnight. The crisis began in July when stock was dangerously low, with the government downplaying the urgency. A second wave of 40,000 booklets expected by October should push reserves to 48,000, hopefully lasting through November — but officials must balance clearing the backlog without burning through the new stock too fast. Meanwhile, the rollout of the high-tech e-Passport system continues, adding another layer of complexity to an already strained system. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ed569441c5bda78b