UPI Goes Global in 2025 – International Payments Made Easy

India’s UPI system is now crossing borders with global partnerships.
With countries like UAE, France, Singapore, and Sri Lanka accepting UPI,
digital transactions abroad are easier than ever for Indian users.
UPI International allows QR-based payments in foreign currencies directly from Indian accounts.
This revolution is changing how travelers, freelancers, and NRIs handle global payments.

Best UPI Apps for Cross-Border Payments in 2025

PhonePe leads the pack with wide international acceptance and easy QR code scanning.
It allows direct payments in local currency across UAE, Singapore, and more.
Google Pay (GPay) supports international transactions with secure tokenized systems.
Its reach in the US, Singapore, and Japan makes it perfect for global Indians.
Paytm integrates UPI with wallet features for smooth overseas merchant payments.
It also supports Bharat BillPay International for global remittances.

Rising Stars in Global UPI – BHIM, Slice & Jupiter

BHIM UPI, backed by NPCI, offers trusted peer-to-peer payments abroad.
Simple, secure, and government-supported, it's perfect for no-frills users.
Slice UPI is a favorite among Gen Z and freelancers with cashback on international usage.
It enables payments at global QR-enabled outlets with low forex conversion fees.
Jupiter combines neo-banking with UPI for digital nomads and frequent flyers.
It features expense analytics, forex tracking, and budgeting tools for global payments.

How UPI International Works in Supported Countries

To activate UPI International, users must enable the feature in supported apps.
Scan merchant QR codes abroad using your UPI app – no credit card needed.
Currency conversion is instant, and all transactions are secured by UPI PIN.
UPI is accepted in UAE, France, Singapore, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and more in 2025.
India is also expanding UPI into the UK, US, and Australia for wider adoption.
Start using UPI globally with ease, speed, and complete security – straight from your Indian bank.