Countries that accept UPI payments

Jul 16, 2026 Aanya Mehta

Bhutan

Bhutan was among the earliest countries to embrace UPI, allowing Indian visitors to make QR-code-based payments at participating merchants. Source: unsplash

France

France became the first European country to accept UPI, with services initially launched at iconic locations such as the Eiffel Tower. Source: unsplash

Mauritius

Mauritius adopted UPI to enhance payment convenience for visitors and businesses, reflecting its strong economic and cultural ties with India. Source: unsplash

Nepal

Nepal has integrated UPI through partnerships with local financial institutions, making cross-border digital payments easier for travellers. Source: unsplash

Qatar

UPI acceptance has expanded in Qatar through collaborations with payment providers and merchant networks, benefiting the large Indian diaspora and visiting tourists. Source: unsplash

Singapore

Singapore was one of the first countries to integrate with UPI, enabling seamless cross-border payments through a linkage between UPI and Singapore's PayNow system. Source: unsplash

Sri Lanka

UPI has been introduced in Sri Lanka to facilitate easier digital transactions for Indian tourists and strengthen financial connectivity between the two countries. Source: unsplash

United Arab Emirates

Indian travellers can use UPI at numerous retail stores, tourist attractions, and merchant outlets across the UAE, particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Source: unsplash

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