NPCI extends ‘UPI One World’ wallet service to visitors from 40 countries to AI Summit

National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced the extension of the UPI One World wallet services for international visitors from over 40 countries attending the India AI Impact Summit 2026 from 16–20 February in New Delhi.

“Through this pilot initiative, inbound foreign travellers will be able to make seamless, secure, and real‑time Person‑to‑Merchant (P2M) UPI payments during their visit to India. Visitors can experience India’s culture and cuisine while using “Made in India” UPI technology without an Indian mobile number or bank account,” NPCI said in a statement.

The ‘UPI One World’ wallet is available through authorised PPI issuers at New Delhi International Airport and at the NPCI Pavilion (Hall 14, Stall number 14.16) in Bharat Mandapam.

Travellers can load the wallet using various payment methods and make transactions by scanning UPI QR codes via the PPI-UPI application. This eliminates the need to carry cash or manage foreign exchange complexities. Any unused balance can be transferred back to the original payment source as per foreign exchange regulations.

Shohini Rajola, Executive Director – Growth, NPCI said, “UPI is the world’s largest real‑time payment system. By extending the ‘UPI One World’ service to foreign guests at the India AI Impact Summit, we are providing a convenient way to experience India’s real‑time payments ecosystem and Made in India technology.”

“This initiative also offers a glimpse into how smoother cross‑border payment systems can support a more connected global digital economy,” she added.