Complete list of countries where UPI is accepted

Complete List Of Countries Where UPI Is Accepted

A complete list of countries that have adapted UPI payments, making it convenient & accessible for users to make seamless transactions overseas.

What Is UPI?

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Bhutan

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Nepal

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Singapore

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United Arab Emirates

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France

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Sri Lanka

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Mauritius

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