How to Enable International Transactions on Axis Debit Cards?

While travelling abroad, arranging cash payments and currency conversions can be difficult. In addition, cash withdrawals from ATMs in foreign countries are a daunting task. In such situations, an ATM card with international usage comes in handy.

If you possess an Axis Bank debit card, you can activate it for international transactions via online and offline modes. This article will help you understand how to enable international transactions on Axis debit cards through various methods.

Activate International Transactions for Axis Debit Card Through Net Banking

Axis Bank cardholders can activate their card for international transactions through the bank’s net banking facility by following these steps:

Step 1: Visit the Axis Bank net banking portal and log in to your account using credentials. 

Step 2: Click the ‘Services’ option and select ‘Debit Card Services’ from the menu.

Step 3: Select the debit card and choose the ‘More Services’ option.

Step 4: Select the ‘Manage Usage’ option and choose the ‘International Usage’ option.

Step 5: Switch on the international usage and confirm it to activate your Axis Bank debit card for international transactions.

Activate International Transactions for Axis Debit Card Through the Mobile App

Follow these steps to enable international transactions on Axis debit card through the mobile application:

Step 1: Download the ‘Axis Mobile’ application from the Play Store or the App Store.

Step 2: Login into your banking account.

Step 3: Choose the ‘Debit Cards’ option under the ‘Services’ section.

Step 4: Select the ‘Manage Usage’ option.

Step 5: Choose the debit card and click ‘Continue’.

Step 6: Select the ‘International’ tab, switch on international usage, set the limits and click ‘Confirm’.

Step 7: Enter your MIPN to enable international usage for your debit card.

Enable International Usage for Axis Debit Card Through SMS

You can enable international usage for Axis Bank debit card by sending an WhatsApp message to 70361 65000. However, to enable international usage of your Axis Bank debit card via WhatsApp, you must first register with Axis Bank for WhatsApp Banking services. After registration, follow the below steps to enable international usage for Axis Bank debit card through an SMS via WhatsApp:

Step 1: Add Axis WhatsApp number - 70361 65000 to your contact and send ‘Hi’ to the number. 

Step 2: You will get the list of services on your WhatsApp. From the list of services, click on ‘Main Menu’ and select ‘Debit Card Services’. 

Step 3: Next, select ‘Manage Card Limit’. 

Step 4: Select the card and enable the international usage limit. 

Enable International Usage for Axis Debit Card by Customer Care

You can activate international transactions on your Axis Bank debit card by contacting customer care. Here are the numbers for activating international usage on your Axis Bank debit card:

Other Ways to Activate or Enable Axis Debit Card

In addition to the online and offline methods mentioned above, you can activate international usage on your Axis Bank debit card by visiting the nearest Axis Bank ATM or asking a bank executive to activate it for you. 

Axis International Debit Card Transaction Fee

The Axis international debit card transaction fee is 3.5% of the transaction value on cash withdrawal and purchase transactions.

You can enable international transactions on Axis debit cards using different methods that are convenient for you. By following the above methods, you can enable transactions on your card for purchases and withdrawals in multiple countries outside India. If you are headed out on a trip, make sure to activate it beforehand to avoid inconveniences. 

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