CRED’s Kunal Shah backed travel tech startup teleport gets acquired by StampMyVisa

StampMyVisa has acquired Teleport, a new-age travel tech startup having significant presence in South India and backed by top Indian startup founders including Kunal Shah (CRED), Vidit Aatrey (Meesho), and Phanindra Sama (RedBus).

This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in SMV’s mission to simplify and scale visa services across India and Southeast Asia — combining Teleport’s digital-first, Young travelers focussed product DNA with StampMyVisa’s operational strength and B2B depth.

Adding an emotional note to the deal, StampMyVisa’s Co-founder & CEO Rahul Borude, a former CRED employee, shared, “This moment feels like coming full circle — from being part of CRED’s early team to now acquiring a startup backed by Kunal Shah. Teleport has built a loyal user base and strong brand affinity among young Indian travelers. With this acquisition, we are bringing together the best of both worlds: Teleport’s consumer innovation and ...