Indians can now make payments in multiple countries using UPI.

Shiva YT
Mar 12, 2024
1 min read

In a significant advance for digital payments, Indians now have the convenience of using the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in many countries around the world. This development represents a monumental change in the way Indians conduct international transactions, providing unprecedented convenience and accessibility.

The availability of UPI services in Nepal, Singapore, UAE, Canada, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and France represents a monumental milestone in India’s journey towards becoming a global leader in digital payments. By offering Indians the ability to use UPI abroad, this development paves the way for a future where cross-border transactions are seamless, efficient, and accessible to all.

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