Chennai: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Chennai, also known as Madras, is the capital and largest city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost state of India. It is located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal.

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Now in the cityChennai+33°CCloudy · sunset 06:08 PMupdated 10:32 AM

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Exchange rate₹95.96per 1 $INR — the local currencyas of Sep 16, 2026

Safety and health

Official travel advice and the medical minimum

Safety · official adviceour data as of Sep 15, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.

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New information about Electronic Overseas Citizen of India Card (e-OCI) and additional information about Ebola health screening and a mandatory Self-Declaration Form for all international passengers arriving in India ('Entry requirements' page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

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Reissued after periodic review with updates to entry/exit requirements. Exercise increased caution in India due to crime and terrorism . Some areas have increased risk. Country Summary: Violent crime and terrorism occur in India. Rape is one of the fastest growing crimes in India. Violent crimes, including sexual assault, happen at tourist sites and other locations.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory