
Car Shipping Chennai
Shipping a car to another country can seem like an overwhelming decision to make. When shipping your vehicle to Chennai, you need to know a little about the country and a lot of the paperwork and regulations required to ship internationally. Chennai has become a popular city to reside in. Chennai is known as “Detroit of India” because of the automobile manufacturing business in the town. Relocating a personal vehicle is a welcome benefit for those planning to be in Chennai for extended periods.
Before you relocate your vehicle to Chennai, you must know the nearest shipping portto where you live in the United States. Your transport agent can help you with that information if you don’t already know. You’ll also need to know where the customs port for Chennai is located so you can pick your car up when it arrives in the city. You must be present in person when your car arrives and is taken through customs.
Cost & Time Examples For Moving Your Car
To/From | Ground | Ocean | Estimated Time |
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City Limits to (New York port) to New York, NY | $275 | $2200 | 5+25 days |
Chennai to (California port) to Los Angeles | $350 | $3600 | 5+36 days |
Local Area to (New York port) to Boston, MA | $400 | $2200 | 5+25 days |
Las Vegas, NV to (California port) to Chennai | $450 | $3600 | 5+36 days |
Local Delivery to (California port) to Seattle, WA | $550 | $3600 | 6+36 days |
Chennai to (New York port) to Detroit, MI | $575 | $2200 | 6+25 days |
Chicago, IL to (New York port) to City Limits | $675 | $2200 | 6+25 days |
Denver, CO to (California port) to Chennai | $775 | $3600 | 7+36 days |
Memphis, TN to (New York port) to Local Area | $800 | $2200 | 6+25 days |
Dallas, TX to (California port) to Local Delivery | $1,025 | $3600 | 7+36 days |
*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and the type of vehicle.
*Save on ground transport costs by delivering the vehicle to the nearest port.
*Allow an additional 10 days to process the documents.
*Prices are for one car in a dedicated 20ft container. This is the safest and most reliable way to transport a vehicle internationally. Other items may be included in the container to help save you money when moving.
*The RoRo (roll on, roll off) method is less expensive, and shipments can be completed in fewer days. Contact us now for a free RoRo quote.

Chennai Motor Vehicle Regulations
When making arrangements to have your vehicle shipped to Chennai, you need to know about some important motor vehicle regulations. These are the regulations that Chennai has:
- Once your car arrives in Ahmedabad, you are required by Indian law to pick it up within 15 days if it is flown in and 30 days if it is hauled by sea
- Cars must be within four years old from the date of the import
- You must pay duty fees unless you have Diplomatic status and have had the fees exempted by the Indian Ministry of Affairs.
- If your car is new, it must be imported only from the country of origin
- All imported vehicles must have the steering wheel on the right. Left-hand steering cars are not allowed to be imported to Chennai or anywhere in India
Mandatory Documents
There are specific documents that you must have to be able to ship a vehicle to Chennai. Here is a list of the mandatory documents required to pass customs:

- Passport
- Original Bill of Sale
- Import License
- Car Insurance Policy valid in India
- Car Title and Registration (Must be in your name)
- Original Bill of Lading (BL)
- Duty Exemption Certificate if you have gotten one from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs. Only those with Diplomatic Status may have a duty fee exemption.
Cost of Shifting your vehicle
The cost will vary depending on the type of relocation you choose, delivery from door to door, and things such as the weight and size of your vehicle. Your agent will discuss all of the fees with you, and you will want to ensure you get a final quote showing the total amount you will need to pay. The agent will also review details you need to know about the types of shipping available, accessible exit and entry ports, and the pricing. They will also let you know any detailing or fuel draining that may need to be done in preparation for shipping your car.
Types of Hauling Available

- Ro-Ro Shifting- The majority of automobiles sent internationally use the Ro-Ro method. The vehicle is driven up a ramp and onto the carrier, which is secured for transport. Then, it is driven down and off the carrier at the destination port.
- Container Relocation- When you choose to use a container to ship your vehicle to Chennai, your vehicle will be placed inside either a 20-foot or 40-foot container and lifted onto the carrier haul.
- Air Cargo Shipping- If you have a classic or luxury car that you want to arrive quickly, shifting by air is the best way. Shipping by air is the fastest way to have your car come to Chennai.
Before shipping your vehicle to Chennai, you must complete all mandatory paperwork. Your agent will help you with locating the required paperwork. If you have any questions about international relocation or export laws in the United States, In that case, you can contact your transport agent, or you may contact the U.S Border and Protection Agency, as they have all the necessary forms for relocation.