Sri Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Registration 2026 - Dera Baba Nanak Visit Apply Online Process

Dera Baba Nanak - Sri Kartarpur Sahib Corridor connects Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India with Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Narowal district, Pakistan, giving Sikh pilgrims a short visa free visit to the holy shrine where Guru Nanak Dev Ji spent his final years. Central government signed the original corridor agreement with Pakistan in October 2019, and applicants used to register at the official website prakashpurb550.mha.gov.in before their travel date.

Corridor operations remain suspended from the Indian side since 7 May 2025. Ministry of Home Affairs cited the security situation after the Pahalgam terror attack and the rise in tension between India and Pakistan around Operation Sindoor. Fresh registrations and pilgrim crossings are not happening at present, and this article explains both the current status and the full registration process that will apply once travel resumes.

About Dera Baba Nanak - Sri Kartarpur Sahib Pilgrimage

Village Kartarpur sits on the west bank of river Ravi, about 4.5 km from the international border near Dera Baba Nanak in Gurdaspur district, Punjab. Guru Nanak Dev Ji spent his last 18 years here. Gurdwara Dera Baba Nanak lies close to the border on the Indian side, while Gurdwara Sri Kartarpur Sahib sits in Narowal district on the Pakistan side, across the river.

Indian side of the corridor has a 4.1 km four lane highway from Dera Baba Nanak up to the international border, along with a Passenger Terminal Building (PTB) at the border. Devotees of Guru Nanak Dev Ji built and named the town Dera Baba Nanak after him.

Dera Baba Nanak to Kartarpur Distance

Kartarpur sits close to several major Punjab cities and is well connected by road, at least on the Indian side up to the border.

• Amritsar to Dera Baba Nanak is around 45 km by NH354B.
• Batala to Dera Baba Nanak is around 24 km by district road.
• Gurdaspur to Dera Baba Nanak is around 30 km by NH354.
• Jalandhar to Dera Baba Nanak is around 112 km via Batala.

Map below shows the location of both Gurdwara Dera Baba Nanak and Gurdwara Sri Kartarpur Sahib.

Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Executive Committee (KSCEC)

Ten member committee works under the Deputy Commissioner-cum-Chief Administrator of Dera Baba Nanak Development Authority, Punjab. This committee coordinates the daily working of Dera Baba Nanak-Kartarpur Sahib Corridor.

Current Status of Kartarpur Corridor

Corridor has stayed closed from India's side since May 2025, after the Pahalgam attack led to a sharp fall in India-Pakistan relations. Home Ministry has not given any date for reopening and says the decision depends on the security situation improving. Sikh organisations and religious groups have asked the government several times to restart pilgrim movement, but no fresh timeline has come out yet.

Pakistan has kept its side of the corridor open and says it is ready to receive Indian pilgrims again. Bilateral corridor agreement between the two countries was renewed in October 2024 for another five years, but that renewal does not by itself restart travel. Applicants are advised to check prakashpurb550.mha.gov.in and Ministry of Home Affairs notices before planning any trip, since the position can change. Those looking for other support options can also check the full list of Punjab government schemes.

General Instructions for Pilgrims

Once corridor reopens for travel, these general rules apply for pilgrims heading to Sri Kartarpur Sahib in Narowal district, Pakistan.

• Pilgrims need to register in advance of their planned travel date, since registration alone does not confirm a right to travel.
• Applicants who get permission are informed only 4 days before the travel date, so keep other travel plans flexible.
• Pilgrims travel in the morning and must return on the same day.
• Visit is limited to Sri Kartarpur Sahib only, pilgrims cannot go anywhere else in Pakistan.

Do's and Don'ts for Pilgrims

Carry eco friendly items, preferably cloth bags, and keep the surroundings clean. Follow RBI currency rules when carrying cash. Only one baggage bag up to 7 kg, including drinking water, is allowed per pilgrim. Do not carry any item listed in the negative list issued by authorities, shown in the image below.

Smoking, drinking and tobacco use are not allowed inside the Passenger Terminal Building complex. Do not touch unattended items and inform authorities about anything suspicious. Loud music and photographing other pilgrims without permission are also not allowed.

How to Register for Kartarpur Sahib Corridor (For Reference)

Below is the process that will apply for Sri Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Registration once travel resumes. Keep this handy for when the corridor reopens.

Before filling the online registration, make sure Acrobat Reader is installed on the computer. Download it from get.adobe.com/reader if required. Applicant should also know their blood group before starting the registration form.

Applicant must hold a valid passport. OCI card holders need to fill OCI card details in the registration form. It is the applicant's responsibility to enter accurate information matching the passport exactly, including spelling of name and date of birth. Incorrect or false information can lead to rejection of the application.

STEP 1 - Visit official website at prakashpurb550.mha.gov.in and click on "Apply Online" tab in the main menu.

STEP 2 - Enter Nationality as Indian or foreigner (OCI card holder only) and select the Journey date. Slot wise availability page for Dera Baba Nanak visit will open.

STEP 3 - Select an available slot for the visit and click "Continue" to open the registration form.

STEP 4 - Enter passport type, passport number, date of issue, date of expiry, place of issue and personal details, then click "Save & Continue". Complete the remaining sections of the form.

STEP 5 - Download the registration number and PDF copy of the form once done. Save both the registration number and PDF copy for future reference. Pilgrims usually get a confirmation SMS and email three to four days before the travel date.

Applicants can also access a partially filled registration form at https://prakashpurb550.mha.gov.in/kpr/partialForm if they left the form incomplete earlier.

Documents Required for Registration

Keep these documents ready in scanned format before starting the registration form.

• Passport size photograph in JPG format, size not more than 300 kb.
• Scanned copy of passport, including photo page and last page with family details, in PDF format not more than 500 kb.
• Scanned copy of first page of OCI card in PDF format not more than 500 kb, for OCI card holders.

After Registration and Registration Status Check

Take a printout of the registration form and keep it safe for reference. Applicants receive SMS and email confirmation after successful registration. An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) gets generated after registration, and pilgrims must carry this ETA along with their passport at the Passenger Terminal Building.

To check registration status or download ETA, visit prakashpurb550.mha.gov.in and click on "Registration Status / ETA Download" tab in the main menu, or use the direct link prakashpurb550.mha.gov.in/kpr/applicationStatus. Enter the registration number and passport number, then click "Submit" to view status and download the ETA.

Kartarpur Corridor Fee and Support Contact

India and Pakistan had agreed on visa free travel for Indian pilgrims through Kartarpur Corridor, and Punjab Assembly passed a resolution to waive the $20 passport fee for the corridor visit. For support, applicants can write to ks-support@nic.in or call the helpline, 8283842323 for Punjab residents and 0183-2500463 for other states and international callers. Numbers and email may change, so cross check on the official website before relying on them.

FAQ's

Is Kartarpur Sahib Corridor open right now?

No. Corridor has stayed suspended from the Indian side since 7 May 2025 due to security reasons. Pilgrims should check prakashpurb550.mha.gov.in for the latest update before planning travel.

Is there any fee for Kartarpur Corridor visit?

Punjab Assembly passed a resolution to waive the $20 passport fee that pilgrims used to pay earlier for the corridor visit.

Can foreign nationals apply for Kartarpur Corridor registration?

Only OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) card holders among foreign nationals can apply, along with Indian citizens holding a valid passport.

How early should pilgrims register before travel?

Applicants should register well before their planned travel date since approved pilgrims are usually informed only about 4 days before the actual travel date, once the corridor is functional again.