Axis Bank credit card services won't be available temporarily on this date
has announced a scheduled maintenance window that will temporarily affect
credit card transactions
. According to an official communication, customers will not be able to use their Axis Bank credit cards on April 24, 2025 for some time due to system maintenance.
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Axis bank informed its customers via text message stating, 'Due to maintenance downtime, you will be unable to transact with Axis Bank Credit Card/s on 24-04-25 from 02:00 AM to 04:00 AM IST. Regret any inconvenience.'
While the timing of the downtime—early morning hours—is designed to minimize impact, customers planning late-night purchases, international transactions, or automated billing should be mindful and plan accordingly.
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Scheduled downtimes are a routine occurrence across the banking industry, especially for digital infrastructure upkeep.
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Why do banks schedule these downtimes?
Banks regularly update their systems to strengthen cybersecurity, improve fraud detection, and comply with regulatory standards. Minor glitches or inefficiencies in processing systems are addressed during these downtimes to ensure faster and error-free transactions post-maintenance.
Axis Bank Vistara credit card update
The latest revisions to Axis Bank Vistara credit card may come as a mixed bag for cardholders.
Cardholders will receive a waiver on the annual renewal fee from their upcoming renewal date. This comes as a relief for many customers, particularly as some premium benefits are being phased out. It has also discontinued many benefits after Vistara's merger with Air India.
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Customers can continue to use the Axis Bank Vistara credit card for domestic and international transactions, both online and in-store, until further notice. There has been no disruption to basic card functionality.
Maharaja points on credit card spends
Customers will continue to earn Maharaja Points on all eligible spends till further notice. Validity and redemption terms will continue to be governed by the terms of Air India's Maharaja Club program
Customers can continue to earn Maharaja Points on all spends across all categories except Rent, Wallet load transactions, Utility bill payment, Government services, Insurance, Jewellery, Gold, Silver, Precious stones & metals, Watches.
Customers will continue to enjoy all other benefits such as lounge access, golf benefits, and dining offers on the Axis Bank vistara credit card.
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