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Carnations Lounge Dehradun (Jauligrant) T1 Domestic – Accepted Credit Cards & Access Rules (2026)

Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport•Terminal 1•domestic Lounge

Located at Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport in Terminal 1 (domestic departures), Carnations Lounge provides dedicated seating, complimentary refreshments, Wi-Fi, and hospitality before boarding. Currently, 36 participating credit cards offer complimentary or discounted entry. Review the accepted cards, visit allowances, and quarterly spend criteria below to verify your eligibility before visiting the terminal.

Terminal:Terminal 1
Security Zone:Airside Transit
Facility:domestic
Hours:Open 24 hours
Accepted Cards:36 Verified
No Spend:8

Location & Terminal Directions

Physical location inside terminal

T1

Terminal 1Terminal Transit Area

Verified Facilities & Amenities

Available services for visitors

Complimentary food buffet, hot and cold beverages, Wi-Fi, and comfortable seating are standard for eligible cardholders.

Operating hours: Open 24 hours

Lounge Card Access36 verified rules

Credit Cards Accepted at Carnations Lounge

Featured Partner Cards That Work HerePartner

Confirmed complimentary access at Carnations Lounge. Verified admission terms apply.

HDFC BankPartner
HDFC Bank BizBlack Metal Edition Credit Card
Unlimited complimentary lounge visits
Works Here
Spend Requirement:No spend requirement
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HDFC Bank INFINIA Metal Credit Card
HDFC BankPartner
HDFC Bank INFINIA Metal Credit Card
Unlimited complimentary lounge visits
Works Here
Spend Requirement:No spend requirement
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IDFC FIRST Private Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartner
IDFC FIRST Private Credit Card
Unlimited complimentary lounge visits
Works Here
Spend Requirement:No spend requirement
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All Accepted Cards at Carnations Lounge

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

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HDFC BankPartnerWorks Here
HDFC Bank BizBlack Metal Edition 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 lounge access for Primary and Add-on cardholders via direct card swipe.

Shoppers Stop Black HDFC Bank Credit Card
HDFC BankPartnerWorks Here
Shoppers Stop Black HDFC Bank Credit Card
Visit Allowance16 complimentary visits per year
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹4,500

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: 16 complimentary domestic lounge visits per year (4 per quarter) via direct card swipe.

HDFC Bank INFINIA Metal Credit Card
HDFC BankPartnerWorks Here
HDFC Bank INFINIA Metal Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹12,500

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic airport lounge access for Primary and Add-on cardholders.

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: Terms subject to lounge network and card issuer conditions.

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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AU Small Finance BankPartnerWorks Here
AU Zenith+ Credit Card
Visit Allowance4 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹4,999

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: 4 complimentary domestic airport lounge visits per calendar quarter for Primary and Add-on cardholders.

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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ixigo AU Credit Card
AU Small Finance BankPartnerWorks Here
ixigo AU Credit Card
Visit Allowance2 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleSpend ₹50,000 in previous calendar quarter
Annual FeeFree / Lifetime Free

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: 2 complimentary domestic airport lounge visits per calendar quarter (subject to ₹50,000 spend in preceding calendar quarter).

Lounge Access Conditions & Entry Rules

Verified admission guidelines, validation holds, and quota policies

Spend Hurdles

Cards with spend criteria require meeting designated calendar quarter or previous month retail spend thresholds before access is unlocked.

Complimentary Quotas

Visits range from capped quarterly allotments (e.g. 2 to 4 visits/quarter) up to unlimited complimentary entries on super-premium credit cards.

Desk Verification Hold

Card verification at lounge desk: a nominal authorization charge of ₹2 (Visa/Mastercard/Amex) or ₹25 (RuPay) is debited at reception and immediately reversed.

Guest Access, Add-on Cards & Official Program Terms

Guest Policy: Complimentary visit quotas apply solely to primary or add-on cardholders whose name matches the valid flight boarding pass. Accompanying guests without an eligible card are subject to standard lounge walk-in admission tariffs.

Add-on Cards: Supplementary cardholders generally receive separate or shared visit allocations depending on the issuing bank program schedule.

Choosing a Credit Card for This Lounge

Factual groupings based on verified facility eligibility criteria

No Spend Hurdle (8)

Cards that unlock complimentary admission without requiring minimum monthly or quarterly spend.

Unlimited Visits (6)

Premium cards providing unrestricted complimentary visits to this facility throughout the year.

Free or Low Annual Fee (18)

Cards with zero joining fee or annual fees under ₹1,000 providing verified access here.

Lounge Information

Terminal
Terminal 1
Facility Type
DOMESTIC Lounge
Security Zone
Airside Transit
Location
T1
Opening hours
24 Hours / Per Flight Schedules

Frequently Asked Questions About Carnations Lounge

Objective answers regarding eligible cards, spend hurdles, and access criteria

Which credit cards are accepted at Carnations Lounge?

Currently, 36 verified credit cards across 4 issuers offer admission at Carnations Lounge. Browse the verified card directory above to inspect visit allowances and qualifying criteria for each card.

Does Carnations Lounge require a spend condition for entry?

8 participating credit cards provide direct complimentary entry without spend hurdles, while 28 cards require meeting a quarterly or monthly spend threshold with your card issuer prior to travel.

Is Carnations Lounge located airside or landside?

Carnations Lounge is located T1. You must hold a valid boarding pass and pass security clearance to access airside departure lounges.

What is the POS swipe authorization charge at Carnations Lounge?

Standard POS validation charges of ₹2 (on Visa, Mastercard, and American Express) or ₹25 (on RuPay) apply at the lounge reception to authenticate active card status. This is a temporary validation hold and is immediately reversed. It is not an entry fee or spend hurdle.

How can I check if my existing cards work at Carnations Lounge?

Use the "Check the Cards You Already Own" section above to select the cards in your wallet. The matcher compares your saved cards against the exact facility rules of Carnations Lounge instantly.

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Data Sourcing & Editorial Verification

Admission criteria, complimentary allowances, and spend rules for Carnations Lounge are synchronized with verified banking schedules and operator agreements. Card eligibility listings and conditions remain strictly editorially independent of commercial affiliate partnerships.