This will enable UPI payment acceptance in Qatar through the QNB merchant network, benefiting Indian travelers arriving and transiting in the country.

“We believe that enabling UPI acceptance in Qatar will substantially benefit the large number of Indians visiting the country, simplifying their transactions and ensuring a hassle-free travel experience abroad,” said Anubhav Sharma, Deputy Head – Partnership and business development, NPCI International said in a statement.

This partnership will provide Indian tourists the option to use their preferred payment method at retail outlets, tourist attractions, leisure destinations, duty-free shops and hotels.

Adel Ali Al-Malki, Senior Executive VP, QNB Group Retail Banking, said, “With this new digital payment solution acceptance, we are revolutionizing the way transactions are made, making the travel experience better than ever. "

By adopting UPI payments, Qatari merchants will also be able to offer faster and more convenient payment and checkout processes.