NRI Status
The devotee must be a Non-Resident Indian (NRI), typically meaning that they live outside India for employment, study, or long-term residency.
The NRI Darshan at Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, also known as the Balaji Temple, is a special arrangement made for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to ensure a smoother, quicker, and hassle-free experience during their visit to one of the most revered temples in India. Given the limited time NRIs often have when visiting India, this special darshan allows them to bypass long queues that regular devotees face, providing a more convenient way to offer their prayers to Lord Venkateswara.
NRI Darshan is a special category of darshan provided by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), specifically for individuals who are classified as Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). This arrangement ensures that NRIs and their families have an opportunity to get quicker access to darshan during their visit to the temple.
"The distance between continents is nothing when the heart is filled with devotion."
The devotee must be a Non-Resident Indian (NRI), typically meaning that they live outside India for employment, study, or long-term residency.
The NRI must present a valid Indian passport or an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card as proof of their status.
Additional documents like work visas, student visas, or residency permits showing that the individual lives abroad should be provided.
If you qualify for NRI Darshan, you will need to present the following documents:
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No, there is no online booking facility for NRI Darshan at Tirumala. NRI devotees need to follow the in-person procedure, which involves presenting their passport and valid visa documents at the VQC-1 entrance. They also need to fill out a form available at the entrance and can use this facility within 30 days of their arrival in India.
The cost for NRI Darshan at Tirumala is Rs.300 per person. Children below 12 years do not require a ticket.
Yes, NRIs are eligible for a laddu during their Darshan at Tirumala. After purchasing the NRI Darshan ticket for Rs.300, devotees are entitled to receive one laddu, which can be collected from the laddu counter after completing their Darshan.
Electronic gadgets are not allowed during the NRI Darshan at Tirumala. This includes smartphones and other electronic devices. Devotees are advised to use the mobile keeping counters provided at the temple to place their electronic gadgets before entering for Darshan. This policy ensures a more focused and uninterrupted spiritual experience for the devotees.