Visa-UnionPay Link-Up: A Turning Point in Cross-Border Money Flow?

Key Takeaways V partners with UnionPay International to link Visa Direct and MoneyExpress for China cross-border payouts.Visa gains access to 95% of UPI debit cardholders via a single integration, lowering friction.V embeds into domestic rails ahead of a first-half 2026 rollout, monetizing flows via real-time settlement.Visa Inc. (V) is ramping up its efforts in global money movement through a partnership with UnionPay International (“UPI”). This collaboration aimed at expanding the reach of Visa Direct in ...