QNB Enables LuLu Hypermarket To Be Qatar’s First Retail Chain To Accept UPI Payments

In a strategic move to further advance cross-border digital payments, QNB has enabled LuLu Hypermarket Qatar to become the first major retail chain in the country to accept Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions across all its stores.

The official launch ceremony was held at LuLu Hypermarket The Pearl-Qatar, in the presence of Piyush Goyal, the Minister of Commerce and Industry of India, along with senior executives from both QNB and LuLu Hypermarket. 

The event marked a milestone in the growing financial co-operation between Qatar and India, particularly in advancing secure and seamless payment ecosystems that cater to the needs of Indian visitors in Qatar.

QNB has implemented QR code-based UPI payments across LuLu’s extensive retail network, allowing Indian travellers to make instant payments directly from their bank accounts using their UPI-enabled mobile applications. The new capability ensures faster, safer, and more convenient transactions.

With this service, Indian travellers can now enjoy a seamless shopping experience at LuLu hypermarkets and other participating merchants across Qatar. 

The UPI infrastructure is also being extended to key tourist destinations, retail outlets, and hospitality partners that have partnered with QNB, enhancing Qatar’s attractiveness as a digital-friendly destination for millions of Indian visitors annually.

The initiative reflects QNB’s ongoing commitment to supporting Qatar’s national digital vision and advancing the nation’s transition toward a cashless economy. 

By introducing UPI acceptance, QNB continues to pioneer innovative cross-border payment solutions that strengthen interoperability between financial systems and promote digital inclusion. QNB cards and payments business continues to lead the regional payment landscape with innovative, safe, and secure payment solutions.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Mohamed Althaf, Global Director of LuLu Group International, said: “I am happy to see that India’s UPI is now available in Qatar. 

UPI has gained remarkable global acceptance as a trusted and efficient digital payment platform, connecting millions of users worldwide.

 Its introduction here will not only benefit Indian visitors and residents but also support Qatar’s vision of promoting cashless transactions and financial innovation.”

LuLu Hypermarket, recognised as one of the most trusted retail brands in the region, has embraced this initiative as a significant advancement in serving its diverse customer base in Qatar through the strategic partnership with QNB. 

The company invites all customers to experience the speed, simplicity, and convenience of UPI payments during their next visit.