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Forbes 30 Under 30 founder denied US visa
Published 9 June 2026 ยท india
Synopsis Swapnil Srivastav, an Asian entrepreneur, was not given a US tourist visa despite building a successful venture-backed startup employing over 100 people. Officials cited
Synopsis Swapnil Srivastav, an Asian entrepreneur, was not given a US tourist visa despite building a successful venture-backed startup employing over 100 people. Officials cited insufficient ties to India, a common hurdle for founders. Srivastav, who co-founded a bamboo kidswear brand, expressed surprise after his visa was denied, highlighting his deep involvement and family connections. He also said he would reapply for it after some time.
Published: June 9, 2026 โข 9:40 PM IST ยท Updated: June 10, 2026 โข 8:37 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Swapnil Srivastav, an Asian entrepreneur, was not given a US tourist visa despite building a successful venture-backed startup employing over 100 people.
Officials cited insufficient ties to India, a common hurdle for founders.
Srivastav, who co-founded a bamboo kidswear brand, expressed surprise after his visa was denied, highlighting his deep involvement and family connections.
He also said he would reapply for it after some time.