With its crystal-clear waters, white-sand beaches, and lush tropical nature reserves, Seychelles continues to earn a spot on every traveller’s bucket list. And if it’s on yours too, here’s some good news. Travelling to Seychelles could soon become much more convenient, as India and Seychelles have signed an MoU to introduce UPI-based digital payments. Here’s everything you need to know.
UPI MoU Between India & Seychelles
According to Moneycontrol, during his visit to Seychelles, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance UPI-based digital payments in the island nation.
The two nations also unveiled 19 pacts during his visit to deepen strategic ties between the two countries. These include pushes for defence and maritime security, digital payments, space, healthcare, agriculture and education.
While more details are awaited, the PM announced the signing of an MoU for UPI. He said. “I am happy that an MoU has been signed between India and Seychelles for UPI.”
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PM Modi Meets 194-Year-Old Jonathan
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During his visit, PM Modi also visited the world’s oldest living land animal, the 194-year-old Jonathan at the Seychelles National Botanical Gardens. The PM took to his Instagram to share a series of pictures with the “tortoises of Seychelles”, calling him the “ones who have seen it all!”
Jonathan was in the news recently after Guinness World Records recognised him as the world’s oldest living land animal. Estimated to have been born in 1832, the tortoise has witnessed several historic events, survived generations, and experienced dramatic changes in the world.
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Will UPI be available in Seychelles immediately?
No, India and Seychelles have signed an MoU, which is the first step towards enabling UPI-based digital payments. A launch timeline has not yet been announced.
How will UPI benefit Indian travellers visiting Seychelles?
Once implemented, UPI could make payments at participating merchants easier, reducing the need to carry cash or rely on international cards for everyday transactions.
Besides India, which other countries accept UPI?
UPI is already available in several countries through various partnerships, including Singapore, France, United Arab Emirates, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Mauritius, with more countries joining through bilateral agreements.