UPI Global Acceptance: UPI is Available in these Countries, Unified Payments Interface (UPI) from India
UPI (Unified Payments Interface) from India is expanding its global footprint, allowing users to make digital payments in various countries. As of early 2025, UPI is accepted in several nations, enhancing convenience for Indian travelers and expatriates.
Countries Accepting UPI: Here’s a list of countries where UPI payments are currently accepted:
Singapore: Integrated with local payment systems, allowing Indian travelers to use UPI seamlessly.
United Arab Emirates (UAE): Widely accepted in supermarkets and retail stores, facilitating transactions for the large Indian diaspora.
Bhutan: The first country to adopt UPI in 2021, enabling transactions through the BHIM app.
Nepal: Supports UPI transactions, enhancing cross-border payment ease due to close economic ties with India.
Mauritius: Recently launched UPI services, allowing visitors from Mauritius to transact in India.
Sri Lanka: UPI services were introduced in early 2024, furthering financial integration between India and Sri Lanka.
France: UPI was launched at the Eiffel Tower in February 2024, marking its entry into Europe.
Malaysia: Discussions are ongoing to integrate UPI with local payment systems, expected to facilitate remittances and transactions.
Future Expansion: India has signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with several other countries to further expand UPI’s reach. This includes potential future acceptance in nations like Japan and others with significant Indian populations. The government aims to enhance digital payment connectivity globally, making it easier for Indians abroad to conduct transactions without currency exchange hassles.
UPI’s international acceptance is part of India’s broader strategy to promote digital payments globally, simplifying financial transactions for Indians traveling or living overseas.
