An Indian tourist uses a Unified Payments Interface-enabled app for a transaction at Kingsbury Colombo.
HNB PLC, rolled out Lanka QR payment acceptance for Indian and Chinese tourists through SOLO recently, facilitated by the recent partnerships of LankaPay with the National Payment Corporation of India and UnionPay International, a subsidiary of China UnionPay.
HNB Deputy General Manager, Retail Banking Group, Sanjay Wijemanne said, As we unveil the QR integrations, HNB reaffirms its role as a catalyst for innovation in the financial sector, driving the adoption of digital payment solutions that cater to a global audience. This initiative represents a bridge between cultures, economies, and individuals, streamlining transactions for tourists and reinforcing Sri Lanka›s position as a prime destination.”
This initiative aims to empower large retail chains, MSMEs, and small vendors such as market stall owners, corner shops, and independent retailers.
HNB Assistant General Manager, Digital Business, Chammika Weerasinghe said, “These integrations with the LankaQR payment gateway represent a milestone in enhancing merchant adoption of digital payments. This initiative will undoubtedly catalyse the growth of Sri Lanka’s digital economy, offering greater convenience and security for Indian and Chinese tourists to make payments seamlessly via mobile applications.”
