Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for Foreign Countries-USA, Canada, Australia, Mauritius, Fiji, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and Singapore

As the festival season draws to a close, the time has come to celebrate the bond of siblings with Bhai Dooj (also called Bhaiya Dooj, Bhau Beej or Yama Dwitiya). In 2025, Bhai Dooj falls on Thursday, October 23.

Bhai Dooj 2025 Meaning and Significance

Bhai Dooj is more than just a ritual: it’s an expression of the timeless bond between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters perform a tilak (forehead mark) and aarti for their brothers, pray for their long life and well-being, while brothers in return bless and gift their sisters.

Mythologically, the festival is linked with the story of Yama (the Lord of Death) and his sister Yamuna. It is believed that when Yamuna invited her brother Yama and treated him with love and respect, Yama granted that any brother who receives tilak from his sister on this day will be freed from the fear of Yama’s abode and will enjoy long life and prosperity.

Symbolically, it comes at the conclusion of the five-day festival period anchored by Diwali. It is the festive cap-stone where after lights, lamps, feasts and gifts, we pause to honour siblings.

Bhai Dooj 2025 Date & Timing for 2025

According to the panchang (Hindu astrological calendar), the important markers for Bhai Dooj 2025 are:

Dwitiya Tithi begins: October 22, 2025 at ~08:16 PM (IST)
Dwitiya Tithi ends: October 23, 2025 at ~10:46 PM (IST)
The auspicious tilak ceremony (Aparahna Muhurat) for many regions falls roughly between ~12:48 PM to ~03:24 PM IST on October 23.

Because you are part of the global Indian community, it’s helpful to convert this IST timing into your local time-zones so the tilak can be done at a favourable moment.

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings in Different Countries

Below are the auspicious Bhai Dooj 2025 puja timings for each country, so you can celebrate this sacred festival of love and blessings at the most favorable local time.

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for United States

Bhai Dooj on Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 01:44 PM to 03:57 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 13 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for Canada

Bhai Dooj on Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 01:50 PM to 03:58 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 07 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for Australia

Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 02:07 PM to 04:46 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 39 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for Mauritius

Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 01:11 PM to 03:43 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 32 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for Fiji

Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 01:06 PM to 03:38 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 31 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for South Africa

Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 01:50 PM to 04:28 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 38 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for Saudi Arabia

Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 12:46 PM to 03:03 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 17 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for Singapore

Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 02:01 PM to 04:26 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 25 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for Malaysia

Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 02:10 PM to 04:34 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 24 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Bhai Dooj 2025 Puja Timings for New Zealand

Bhai Dooj on Thursday, October 23, 2025
Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time – 02:33 PM to 05:15 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 42 Mins
Yama Dwitiya on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Why the Timing Matters

In Hindu tradition, performing the tilak within the “muhurat” (auspicious time) is believed to maximise the spiritual benefit and blessings. Concentrating the ceremony within the Aparahna (afternoon) or early evening window helps align with the tithi and auspicious planetary alignments. The timing guidelines ensure that the ritual is done while the Dwitiya Tithi is still in effect and the stars are favourable.

For the diaspora, following the correct local time zone ensures you don’t inadvertently carry out the tilak outside the recommended interval. So if you’re in Canada or Fiji, adjust your clock accordingly.

Tips for a Meaningful Celebration Abroad

Prepare the thali: A simple plate with tilak (paste of vermillion & rice), diya (small lamp), sweets, a small gift and bouquet or flowers works beautifully.
Virtual connection: If you and your sibling are in different countries, plan a video call around the local tilak window so you can share the moment visually, exchange greetings and feel connected despite time-zone differences.
Gift from the heart: It doesn’t have to be expensive. A thoughtful letter, a book, custom photo-frame, or even a digital gift counts. The symbolism is more important than the value.
Respect tradition, adapt locally: While the classic ritual is rich in tradition, feel free to adapt to your local context (for example, using what’s available in your city).
Enjoy a shared meal: After the tilak, brothers are traditionally served a meal by their sisters (or vice-versa). If physically separated, you could plan to order a similar dish in both locations and dine together virtually.
Reflect on the bond: Amidst the celebrations, take a moment to reflect on how the sibling relationship has evolved, express gratitude, and renew the promise of care and support.

In Closing

This year, as Bhai Dooj on 23 October 2025 approaches, it is an opportunity to reaffirm the precious bond you share with your brother or sister — no matter how many miles apart you are. With the approximate timings above, you can align your ritual, gift exchange or virtual celebration in your local time-zone, and keep the spirit of tradition alive.

May your tilak be blessed, your bond be stronger, and your hearts be closer. Happy Bhai Dooj!