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HitPay and NPCI International have partnered to bring India’s UPI to Singapore, enabling QR code payments for Indian tourists at over 12,000 merchants.
Other than Singapore, UPI is available in seven more countries.
HitPay, a payment solution provider, has partnered with NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) to bring India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to Singapore. This collaboration enables Indian tourists to make seamless QR code-based payments across restaurants, stores, and tourist attractions—eliminating the hassle of currency exchange or international fees. Over time, UPI will be accepted at over 12,000 merchants in Singapore, expanding its availability for both online and in-store transactions.
As per Economic Times, Ritesh Shukla, CEO of NPCI International said, “We are committed to expanding UPI’s global footprint to simplify transactions for Indians abroad. Our partnership with HitPay increases UPI’s acceptance in Singapore, offering Indians a reliable, affordable payment method while travelling. This collaboration underscores our dedication to creating a globally interconnected payments ecosystem.”
Aditya Haripurkar, CEO and Co-Founder of HitPay shared, “UPI has revolutionized India’s payment system with unparalleled speed, simplicity, and scalability. This integration aligns with HitPay’s vision to be the trusted partner for merchants in Singapore, offering seamless access to some of Asia’s fastest-growing markets and beyond.”
If you’re travelling to Singapore and want to use UPI for payments, start by ensuring your UPI app supports international transactions—apps like PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, and BHIM UPI may work, but it’s best to check with your bank or provider. Once enabled, simply scan the merchant’s QR code, enter the amount, and confirm the transaction with your UPI PIN. This seamless process lets you pay hassle-free without worrying about currency exchange or extra fees.
Earlier this year, NIPL collaborated with UAE-based Magnati to enable QR-based UPI payments at terminals across the UAE. In September 2024, it also partnered with Trinidad and Tobago’s Ministry of Digital Transformation (MDT) to develop a real-time payment system based on India’s UPI, making Trinidad and Tobago the first Caribbean nation to adopt UPI.
Apart from Singapore, Trinidad and Tobago, and the UAE, several other countries have also adopted UPI payments. These include Bhutan, Mauritius, Nepal, Sri Lanka and France.
