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Axis Atlas

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9.1
CardTrail Score
Outstanding
out of 10
💰 Net Value
7.8
🔓 Accessibility
6.2
Feature Depth
7.5
🏦 Bank Trust
6.0
How we score →
Annual Fee
₹5,000
Spend ₹7.5L/year
Forex Markup
3.5%
Reward Rate
2%
Up to 5%
Lounge Access
8
domestic | 4 intl

About This Card

The Axis Atlas is a top travel credit card for frequent domestic flyers. 5X EDGE MILES on travel bookings and 8 domestic + 4 international lounge visits per quarter. However, the 3.5% forex markup makes it less ideal for international spending compared to zero-forex cards like Scapia or IDFC FIRST Wealth.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • 5X on travel categories
  • Generous lounge access (8 domestic/quarter)
  • EDGE MILES transfer to airline partners
  • 4 international lounge visits/quarter

Cons

  • ₹5K annual fee, ₹7.5L waiver is high
  • 3.5% forex markup — not ideal for international spends
  • EDGE MILES devaluation risk
  • Reward rate outside travel is average

Fee Details

Annual Fee
₹5,000
Joining Fee
₹5,000
Fee Waiver Condition
Spend ₹7.5L/year
Fuel Surcharge Waiver
Yes
EMI Conversion
Yes

Reward Structure

Base Rate
2%
Max Rate
5%
Currency
EDGE MILES
Welcome Bonus
5,000 EDGE MILES + ₹500 BookMyShow voucher

Lounge Access

Domestic Lounges
8
per quarter
International Lounges
4
per quarter

Key Highlights

  • + 3.5% forex markup on international spends
  • + 5X EDGE MILES on travel
  • + 8 domestic + 4 international lounge visits/quarter
  • + Best-in-class for frequent domestic travellers

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Quick Summary

Best For
travel miles
Annual Fee ₹5,000
Base Reward 2%
Max Reward 5%
Forex Markup 3.5%
Network Visa Signature
Min Income ₹6L+

CardTrail Score

9.1
/ 10

Scored across rewards, fees, lounge access, forex, and overall value. Methodology.

Best For

travel miles

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