India’s flagship wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital payment system, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), has now expanded its footprint to Israel, marking another milestone in its growing global presence.
This move allows indian travelers and businesses to make UPI-based payments in israel, further strengthening cross-border wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital payment connectivity.
What This Means for indian Users
With UPI’s entry into Israel:
- Indian tourists can pay directly using UPI-enabled apps.
- Transactions can be completed via QR code scanning.
- There is no need for currency exchange for small retail payments.
- Payments are processed securely through linked indian bank accounts.
The expansion is expected to benefit thousands of indian travelers, students, and business professionals visiting israel each year.
Countries Where UPI Is Accepted
UPI has been steadily expanding internationally through partnerships and integration with local payment systems. Apart from israel, UPI services are available or integrated in:
- Singapore
- United Arab Emirates
- France
- Sri Lanka
- Mauritius
- Nepal
- Bhutan
The list is expected to grow as india continues signing agreements to link UPI with international payment networks.
A Major Step in India’s Fintech Growth
UPI, developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has revolutionized digital payments in india by enabling instant bank-to-bank transfers via mobile phones.
Its international expansion highlights India’s rising influence in the global fintech ecosystem and showcases the scalability of its wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital public infrastructure model.
Boost for Tourism and Trade
The integration of UPI in israel and other countries simplifies transactions for indian travelers and strengthens economic ties. It reduces dependency on cash and international cards, offering a faster and more convenient payment method.
As global acceptance widens, UPI is steadily transforming from a domestic payment system into an international digital payments network.
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