A Trade Information Portal (TIP) is a website or a section on a website that consolidates trade information to aid individuals engaged in or curious about import and export activities and other trade-related procedures within a country. Usually established by government entities, TIPs gather data from various stakeholders to create a centralized hub for easy access. The primary goal of TIPs is to provide a user-friendly online platform to assist traders and personnel with trade-related inquiries.

The general objective of a TIP is to facilitate trade and information sharing in an easily accessible and user-friendly way. The TIP aims to simplify and detail all of the necessary procedures and information related to trading activities. It strives to simplify and provide detailed information about all the essential procedures and requirements associated with trading activities. Additionally, the TIP intends to foster cooperation and coordination among different departments of the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG). This increased transparency is expected to benefit both traders and departments. Traders will have comprehensive knowledge of all the necessary documents, permits, forms, and licenses required for various activities, while departments will be able to reduce bottlenecks and improve the business environment through a more compliant trader base.

The Department of Trade, Industry, and Fair Competition welcomes you to utilize the TIP of the Turks and Caicos Islands, which presents the general procedures that govern trading activities including import/export procedures, domestic trade, entrepreneurial activities, and licenses/permits.