The Ministry of Finance announced on 30 October 2026 that Indian visitors to the UAE and Singapore can now use Unified Payments Interface (UPI) apps for online bookings. This allows payments for experiences at At the Top, Burj Khalifa in the UAE, and Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore, including Universal Studios Singapore, the Singapore Oceanarium, and Adventure Cove Waterpark. The release does not say when it takes effect, though it notes partnerships were announced in July and September 2026. This integration aims to provide a secure and familiar payment tool for Indian travellers.
Key points
- UPI now accepted for online bookings at At the Top, Burj Khalifa (UAE).
- UPI now accepted for online bookings at Resorts World Sentosa (Singapore).
- Includes attractions like Universal Studios Singapore and Adventure Cove Waterpark.
- UPI is currently accepted in 10 countries; Uzbekistan is set to be the 11th.
When it applies
- strategic partnership announcement with UAE
- strategic partnership announcement with Singapore
- commercial agreement announcement for Uzbekistan
- launch of UPI ticketing for Eiffel Tower
Who it affects
- Indian visitors