Change in Dropbox Location for U.S. Consulate in Chennai (Madras)
Posted May 30, 2000

The Law Office of Sheela Murthy received an update from the Chennai consulate regarding a change in drop-box location. The consulate has designated a company known as T.T. Services to receive its drop-box visa applications. Effective May 22, 2000, that company's location will change.

The new address is 10, Sriman Srinivasa Cross Road, Venus Colony, Alwarpet, Chennai 600 018. Drop box hours are 7.30 a.m. to 3.00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except on Consulate holidays. Application packages in sealed envelopes can be delivered or mailed to this address. The consulate reminds applicants to include their passport, all supporting documents and demand drafts for the U.S. visa application, and issuance fees. In addition, there is a separate service fee of Rs.150/-, payable by separate demand draft, for T.T. Services.

To facilitate return by courier, visa applicants should also include a sticker address label with name, address, postal code, state, and telephone number clearly marked. Turnaround time is currently within seven days.

We recommend that you check on any change on procedures, timings etc. The Law Office of Sheela Murthy will make all attempts to update this data as and when it becomes available.