In an effort to support Tamil people living across the globe, the Department of Welfare of Non-Resident Tamils (NRT) has announced several new initiatives and schemes. To avail of these benefits, Non-Resident Tamils aged 18 to 55 living abroad or in other States can register themselves at https://nrtamils.tn.gov.in as members by paying a one-time registration fee of ₹200.
Upon registration, an identity card would be issued and this card needs to be renewed every three years. The department, in a detailed statement, mentioned that to encourage membership, the registration fee of ₹200 is waived for persons registering for an initial period of three months from May 15, 2024 to August 15,2024.
The department has classified NRT into two categories: Non-Resident Tamils living (abroad), which means Tamils working/studying abroad with an Indian passport and appropriate documents, and Tamils intending to go abroad after obtaining Emigration Clearance are eligible for membership under this category. Non-Resident Tamils living (India) refers to Tamils residing in any other State for more than six months.
