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How to Close an Axis Bank Account Online & Offline?

By Mayashree Acharya

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Updated on: Jun 5th, 2024

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4 min read

Axis Bank is one of the leading financial institutions in the country, having a great reputation for offering superior banking products to its customers. However, there can be several reasons for which you would like to close your Axis Bank account or shift to another type of account.

Closing an Axis Bank account is an easy process, and you just need to complete a few formalities to do it. Make sure closing such an account will not hamper you financially. This article provides details on how to close an Axis Bank account.

Axis Bank Account Closing Charges

There are different charges that apply to Axis Bank account closure. These are showcased in the following table:

ParticularsAccount closure charges
Account closing in less than 14 days of opening itNil
Account closing within 15 days to 1 year of opening itRs. 500
Account closing after 1 year of opening itRs. 500

How to Close Axis Current Account Online?

Currently, Axis Bank does not offer services to close your account completely online. However, you can visit the official website of Axis Bank online and download the account closure form from Axis Bank. You need to fill out the form and submit it in person at the home branch.

You would also be required to withdraw your account balance or transfer those to other accounts before closing one. Besides, you may need to submit your passbooks, unused cheque leaves and surrender debit and ATM cards.

Axis Bank Account Closure Form

Once you are sure that you want to close your Axis Bank account, you can visit the official website of Axis Bank to download the Axis Bank account closure form. After you have downloaded the form, fill it out carefully, adding the relevant details as asked in their required places. After that, visit the bank branch to submit the form along with the necessary documents.

Axis Bank Current Account Closure Form

If you would like to close your current account at Axis Bank, you need to visit the bank's official website and download the Axis Bank current account closure form. You need to submit the form cautiously to the bank along with the necessary documents after filling it out.

How to Close Axis Current Account Offline?

Follow the below steps for closing your Axis Bank account offline:

Step 1: Visit the nearest Axis Bank branch.

Step 2: Navigate to the customer service desk and ask for an account closure form.

Step 3: Enter all the details as asked, which include personal information, account number, reason for account closure, etc.

Step 4: Once you have filled the form, submit it to the said counter.

Step 5: Ask for the required list of documents you need to submit along with the form and submit those as well.

Step 6: Once your application for closing the Axis Bank account and documents have been processed, the bank shall acknowledge your account closure request.

How to Close an Axis Bank Account from Another Branch?

If you have an Axis Bank account that you would like to close, you can visit any of the branches of the bank and follow the below steps to proceed:

Step 1: Navigate to the customer service desk and ask for an account closure form.

Step 2: Enter all the details as asked, which include personal information, account number, reason for account closure, etc.

Step 3: Once you have filled out the form, visit the bank branch where you have the account and submit the filled form.

Step 4: Ask for the required list of documents you need to submit along with the form and submit those as well.

Step 5: Once your application form and documents have been processed, the bank shall acknowledge your account closure request.

How to Close Axis Bank Current Account with Negative Balance?

If you have an Axis Bank account with a negative balance, you will have to address the matter before closing your account. Below is the process to do the same:

  • You may ask the bank for a waiver or deposit a certain amount to cover the negative amount.
  • You can then request the bank to close the account once it gets to zero balance.
  • Once you clear the negative balance, you can proceed with the usual account closure process of filling out the application form and submitting it to the branch along with the necessary documents.

How to Close an Axis Bank Account Without Visiting a Branch?

Unfortunately, there is no service available at the moment through which you will be able to close your Axis Bank account without visiting the branch. You can download the account closure form online and fill it out. However, you will have to submit the form and the necessary documents by visiting the bank branch in person.

How to Close an Axis Bank Account Through Net Banking?

There is no service provided by Axis Bank through which you can opt for your account closure via net banking. Instead, you need to either visit the bank in person or download the account form online and submit it to the bank along with the required documents.

How to Close an Axis Bank Account Through a Mobile App?

Even though Axis Bank has its own personalised app for the convenience of its customers, it does not offer services through which you would be able to close your account. Hence, to close your Axis Bank account, you need to visit the bank in person and submit a duly filled account closure form along with the required documents.

Thus, if you have an Axis Bank account that you would like to close, you can do the same either by visiting the bank or by downloading the form online and submitting it to the bank. Nevertheless, when you have a better understanding of how to close an Axis Bank account, you can take an informed approach towards the same.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I close my Axis Bank account permanently?

You can permanently close your Axis Bank account by clearing your balance and submitting your account closure form along with the required documents to the bank.

What are the charges for closing an Axis Bank account?

There are no charges for closing an Axis Bank account within 15 days of its opening. If you close your account after 15 days of its opening, you must pay Rs.500. 

Can I close my bank account online?

You can only download the Axis Bank account closure form online from their official website. However, to close the account, you must visit the bank and submit the form there.

Can we close an Axis Direct account online?

No, you can only download the Axis Bank account closure form online from their official website. To close the account, you need to visit the bank in person and submit the form there.

How much time is taken by Axis Bank to close the account?

Axis Bank may take around two working days to close the account.

Where can I close my Axis Bank account?

You can close your Axis Bank account by submitting the Axis Bank account closure form to the bank.

What documents are required to close a bank account?

Some of the documents that are required to close a bank account include the following:

  • A duly filled account closure application form.
  • Identity proof (passport, Aadhaar card, driver’s licence).
  • Address proof (rental agreement, utility bills).
  • Debit card and unused cheques.
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