India recently launched its UPI services in Mauritius, along with introducing RuPay card services as part of a well-planned initiative. With this, UPI is now present in 7 countries across the globe: France, UAE, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, Bhutan, and Nepal. UPI services enable instant real-time payments using mobile phones, while RuPay, an Indian payment network, is widely accepted at various points of sale, ATMs, and online platforms globally. Here’s how you can use UPI in Mauritius:
How does UPI work abroad?
To make UPI payments in Mauritius, you need to register your bank account with a UPI-enabled mobile app. Once it is linked, you need to provide recipient details like bank account number, IBAN (International bank account number), and BIC (Bank identification code), along with the transfer amount and currency.
Also read: How to Use UPI in UAE?
How can you make UPI payments in Mauritius (Step-by-Step Guide)
- Firstly, You open the UPI app and go to the home screen.
- Tap on your profile picture.
- Go to the Payment Settings and select UPI International.
- Tap on Activate next to the bank account you want to use for international UPI payments.
- Enter your UPI PIN to confirm the activation.
- Once you have activated your international payment, scan the QR code where you wish to make the payment provided by the merchant.
- Enter the amount you wish to pay. The amount payable will be shown in both local currency and Indian rupees.
- Tap on “Pay.”
- Enter your UPI PIN to complete the payment
Also read: UPI for Overseas Indians for Hassle-Free and Cheaper Remittance
Benefits of UPI in Mauritius
Rupay card and UPI service launched through the National Payment Corporation of India, Provides an instant real-time payment system made to ease inter-bank transactions by Indian Rupay card and UPI. It has many benefits like :
- Indian RuPay cards will now be accepted at ATMs and PoS(Point of sale) terminals in Mauritius.
- An Indian traveler to Mauritius will be able to pay a merchant in Mauritius using UPI. Similarly, a Mauritian traveler will be able to do the same in India using the Instant Payment System (IPS) app of Mauritius.
- It will make transactions easy for those traveling to Mauritius.
- Merges various bank features in one device.
- Easy fund exchange and merchant payment.
- Cashless payment systems are always easy, especially for those who are traveling and might have to get currency exchange.
Also read: NRIs can Use UPI with NRI Account and International Phone Number
Wrapping Up
UPI (India’s Unified Payment Interface) or a Rupay card is easy and comfortable for all of us and this initiative makes our payments in Mauritius hassle-free and cashless. Now Indian tourists can enjoy UPI services in Mauritius without any issue.
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FAQs
Is UPI accepted in Mauritius?
- Yes, UPI is now accepted in Mauritius. Indian tourists can now activate international UPI on their UPI app and make payments in Mauritius during their visit using any UPI app.
Can I use UPI internationally?
- Yes, you can use UPI internationally. As of now UPI is available in 7 different countries across the globe: France, UAE, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, Bhutan, and Nepal.
How do I activate international UPI?
- Indian tourists and travelers going to any of these countries where UPI is launched can use it to make payments there. All you need to do is simply activate international UPI payment, and enter your UPI PIN to authenticate. Once enabled, the international UPI payment method will be active for six months, and then you can make international payments easily.
Which UPI app works internationally?
- All UPI apps that support international payment work seamlessly in foreign countries where UPI is available. You can activate international payments on Google Pay, PhonePay, Bhim UPI and other UPI apps and then make payment easily.
How many countries is UPI allowed in?
- UPI is available in 7 different countries across the globe: France, UAE, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, Bhutan, and Nepal.
Is UPI service launched in Sri Lanka and Mauritius?
- Yes, UPI service is now launched in Sri Lanka and Mauritius. You can activate international payments on your UPI app and make payments in Sri Lanka and Mauritius when you visit.
Can I use UPI in Nepal?
- Yes, you can use UPI in Nepal. You can activate international payments on your UPI app and make payments in Nepal when you visit.
Does Bhim UPI work internationally?
- Yes, you can use BHIM UPI internationally to collect and make payments in countries where UPI is active.
