Airport Travel & Lounge GuideAYJ

Maharshi Valmiki International Airport Lounges & Terminal Guide (AYJ)

AYJ · Faizabad, UP, India

Maharshi Valmiki International Airport (AYJ) in Faizabad hosts 2 active lounge facilities across Terminals MAIN. A total of 38 verified credit cards across 3 major bank issuers grant entry here. Among them, 4 cards feature verified complimentary admission without spend hurdles, while 34 cards require calendar quarter or monthly qualification spends.

Terminals:1
Lounges:2
Coverage:Domestic Only
Accepted Cards:38
Direct Access:4
Spend Condition:34
Bank Issuers:3
MAIN

Maharshi Valmiki International Airport MAIN Lounges & Accepted Credit Cards

2 Lounges
MAINDomestic29 cards

Casual Dining Restaurant

Gate D2, 1st Floor, Airside

Operating 24/7

MAINDomestic9 cards

Kailash Parbat

AIrside

Operating 24/7

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Verified Cards Accepted in MAIN

38 verified cards work at lounges in this terminal

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Casual Dining Restaurant Accepted Credit Cards

29 verified cards
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Featured Partner Cards That Work HerePartner

Confirmed complimentary access at Casual Dining Restaurant. Verified admission terms apply.

BOBCARD ETERNA Credit Card
BOBCARDPartner
BOBCARD ETERNA Credit Card
Unlimited complimentary lounge visits
Works Here
Spend Requirement:Spend ₹75,000 in previous calendar quarter
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Indian Army YODDHA BOBCARD Credit Card
BOBCARDPartner
Indian Army YODDHA BOBCARD Credit Card
1 complimentary visit per calendar quarter
Works Here
Spend Requirement:Spend ₹40,000 in previous calendar quarter
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BOBCARDPartner
Indian Coast Guard Rakshamah BOBCARD Credit Card
1 complimentary visit per calendar quarter
Works Here
Spend Requirement:Spend ₹40,000 in previous calendar quarter
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All Accepted Cards at Casual Dining Restaurant

Complete factual directory of cards verified for entry at this facility.

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Emirates Skywards ICICI Bank Emeralde Credit Card
ICICI BankWorks Here
Emirates Skywards ICICI Bank Emeralde Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹10,000

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic airport lounge access with zero spend hurdles.

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ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal Credit Card
ICICI BankWorks Here
ICICI Bank Emeralde Private Metal Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹12,499

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic airport lounge access with zero spend hurdles.

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ICICI Bank Emeralde Credit Card
ICICI BankWorks Here
ICICI Bank Emeralde Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹12,000

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic airport lounge access with zero spend hurdles.

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BOBCARD ETERNA Credit Card
BOBCARDPartnerWorks Here
BOBCARD ETERNA Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleSpend ₹75,000 in previous calendar quarter
Annual Fee₹2,499

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Terms subject to lounge network and card issuer conditions.

BOBCARD Premier Credit Card
BOBCARDPartnerWorks Here
BOBCARD Premier Credit Card
Visit Allowance1 complimentary visit per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous calendar quarter
Annual Fee₹1,000

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Terms subject to lounge network and card issuer conditions.

BOBCARDPartnerWorks Here
Indian Coast Guard Rakshamah BOBCARD Credit Card
Visit Allowance1 complimentary visit per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleSpend ₹40,000 in previous calendar quarter
Annual FeeFree / Lifetime Free

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Terms subject to lounge network and card issuer conditions.

Kailash Parbat Accepted Credit Cards

9 verified cards
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Featured Partner Cards That Work HerePartner

Confirmed complimentary access at Kailash Parbat. Verified admission terms apply.

IDFC FIRST Private Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartner
IDFC FIRST Private Credit Card
Unlimited complimentary lounge visits
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Spend Requirement:No spend requirement
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IDFC FIRST Bank Ashva Metal Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartner
IDFC FIRST Bank Ashva Metal Credit Card
4 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
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Spend Requirement:Spend ₹20,000 in previous month
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IDFC FIRST Bank Mayura Metal Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartner
IDFC FIRST Bank Mayura Metal Credit Card
4 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
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Spend Requirement:Spend ₹20,000 in previous month
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All Accepted Cards at Kailash Parbat

Complete factual directory of cards verified for entry at this facility.

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IDFC FIRST Bank Ashva Metal Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartnerWorks Here
IDFC FIRST Bank Ashva Metal Credit Card
Visit Allowance4 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous month
Annual Fee₹2,999

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: 4 complimentary domestic lounge visits per quarter subject to ₹20,000 spend in preceding month.

IDFC FIRST Private Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartnerWorks Here
IDFC FIRST Private Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹25,000

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic airport lounge visits.

IDFC FIRST Bank Mayura Metal Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartnerWorks Here
IDFC FIRST Bank Mayura Metal Credit Card
Visit Allowance4 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous month
Annual Fee₹5,999

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: 4 complimentary domestic lounge visits per quarter subject to ₹20,000 spend in preceding month.

IDFC FIRST Wealth Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartnerWorks Here
IDFC FIRST Wealth Credit Card
Visit Allowance3 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous month
Annual FeeFree / Lifetime Free

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: 4 complimentary domestic lounge visits per quarter subject to ₹20,000 spend in preceding month.

IDFC FIRST Select Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartnerWorks Here
IDFC FIRST Select Credit Card
Visit Allowance2 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous month
Annual FeeFree / Lifetime Free

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: 2 complimentary domestic lounge visits per quarter subject to ₹20,000 spend in preceding month.

IDFC FIRST HPCL Power+ Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartnerWorks Here
IDFC FIRST HPCL Power+ Credit Card
Visit Allowance1 complimentary visit per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous month
Annual Fee₹499

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: 1 complimentary domestic lounge visit per quarter subject to ₹20,000 spend in preceding month.

Eligible Cards by Bank Issuer

Verified card distribution across major banks operating lounge access at Maharshi Valmiki International Airport

3 participating institutions
ICICI Bank16BOBCARD13IDFC FIRST Bank9

All Operating Lounges at Maharshi Valmiki International Airport (2)

Comprehensive facility directory across all terminal buildings at this airport

Airport Information

City
Faizabad
State
UP
Country
India

Terminals

Main Terminal
Terminal Code: MAIN

Frequently Asked Questions About Maharshi Valmiki International Airport Lounge Access

Objective answers regarding accepted credit cards, spend criteria, and terminal access

Which credit cards are accepted at Maharshi Valmiki International Airport lounges?

Currently, 38 credit cards from 3 issuers (including ICICI Bank, BOBCARD, IDFC FIRST Bank) have verified access rules across lounges at Maharshi Valmiki International Airport. Review the terminal and lounge tables below for exact card-level admission criteria.

Do I need to meet a spend condition to access lounges at Maharshi Valmiki International Airport?

It depends on your card. At Maharshi Valmiki International Airport, 4 credit cards offer complimentary access with zero spend hurdles, whereas 34 cards require meeting quarterly or monthly merchant spend criteria (e.g. ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 in the preceding quarter). Standard POS validation charges (₹2 for Visa/Mastercard/Amex or ₹25 for RuPay) are temporary holds and are not spend requirements.

Can I access lounges across different terminals at Maharshi Valmiki International Airport?

Lounge access is facility-specific. A card accepted at one terminal is not automatically accepted at other terminals or distinct physical facilities. Always verify the terminal code where your flight departs before entering the lounge.

How do I check if my own credit cards work at Maharshi Valmiki International Airport?

Use the "Your Cards at Maharshi Valmiki International Airport" checker at the top of this page to select the credit cards you currently own. The tool instantly evaluates your cards against every lounge in Maharshi Valmiki International Airport without requiring any login.

Are there international departure lounges at Maharshi Valmiki International Airport?

Maharshi Valmiki International Airport features domestic lounges with select international airline tie-ups. Check the terminal navigation sections below for exact international operating hours and terminal gates.

Data Sourcing & Editorial Verification

Lounge acceptance criteria and spend qualification requirements for Maharshi Valmiki International Airport are synchronized directly from official banking issuer schedules, payment network portals (Visa, Mastercard, RuPay, Diners Club, American Express), and terminal operator disclosures. Eligibility data and rankings remain strictly independent of commercial affiliate partnerships.

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