Looking for reliable RoRo Shipping to Chennai, India? All TransportDepot Inc., a licensed & bonded FMC NVOCC (#021693), makes it easy to ship a car to Chennai India safely and affordably. We offer seamless RoRo shipping services to the naval docks at Chennai Port—India’s gateway for vehicle imports—followed by full customs coordination and delivery support.
💲 RoRo Shipping to India – Cost Overview
Importing a car into India typically increases its cost by 100%–200% over the CIF price due to heavy duties and taxes. For example:
- Customs Duty: 60%–100% for new cars under $40,000; 100%+for higher values.
- Integrated GST (IGST): 18%–28% on CIF + duty.
- Compensation Cess (luxury vehicles): up to 22%.
Total landed cost typically ranges between 150% and 200% of the vehicle’s original value.
🚢 Why Ship via Chennai Port?
- Chennai Port is one of India’s three designated naval ports for vehicle imports (others being Mumbai and Kolkata).
- While primarily a container port, it handles automobiles under RoRo or container setup with efficient customs processing.
👉 Choose Chennai Port for direct access to South India and reliable port infrastructure.
📑 Import Rules for India
Before you ship car to Chennai India, make sure to comply with local regulations:
Left-hand drive vehicles are allowed.
Used cars over 10 years old may face higher import duties.
All vehicles must pass Chennai India’s roadworthiness and emissions standards.
Prohibited: flood-damaged, salvage, or incomplete-paperwork vehicles.
Import taxes: typically 20–35% of CIF value (car + insurance + freight).👉 Proper documentation speeds up clearance at Chennai customs.
📝 Documentation & Processing
- Required documentation includes: Bill of Lading, Invoice, Insurance, Import License, GATT declaration, DEEC/DEPB (if applicable), Test Reports, Vehicle invoice, and Bank Draft.
- Homologation by ARAI may be required for vehicles under INR 34.8 lakh.
- After customs clearance at Chennai, you must register your vehicle at the local RTO, submit Forms 20/29/30, roadworthiness certificate, and pay state road tax.
👉 Getting a local customs clearing agent helps avoid delays and unexpected costs.
✅ Why Choose All TransportDepot?
- Licensed FMC NVOCC (#021693)
- Door-to-port RoRo service into Chennai, including customs and inland coordination
- Transparent pricing—covering shipping, duties, GST, cess, and documentation support
- Marine insurance and real-time tracking available
- Expert assistance with compliance, homologation, and clearance in India
👉 We guide your vehicle from origin to registration—efficiently, legally, reliably.
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Ship Car to India (Chennai) with All TransportDepot Inc. (2025 Update)
🌎 U.S. Ports to India
- **East Coast/Gulf:** New York, Charleston, Miami, Houston
- **West Coast:** Los Angeles, Oakland, Seattle
👉 These routes connect via RoRo to Chennai Port’s vehicle import facilities.
⚓ Port of Entry
**Chennai Port**, one of India’s key naval vehicle import hubs, manages RoRo and container handling with effective customs, warehousing, and onward access.
📦 Shipping Coverage — City to India
We ship from major U.S. cities—providing a complete **door-to-port RoRo solution** into Chennai with customs compliance and inland delivery.
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✅ Conclusion
RoRo shipping to Chennai, India is streamlined and effective—when handled with expert support. All TransportDepot Inc. manages every step—from shipping and customs to homologation and registration—delivering your vehicle safely and compliantly into India.
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Ryan is an experienced truck driver at Lone Star Auto Transport. He’s logged thousands of miles, safely delivering vehicles across the vast expanse of Texas and beyond. His commitment to on-time deliveries and vehicle care is unmatched.