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SBA 7(a) Loan Borrower Information (SBA Form 1919)

Apply for an SBA 7(a) small business loan.

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Estimated fee

No government fee to file (loan fees may apply)

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Typical timeline

2 to 8 weeks through your lender

Category

Small Business

Who qualifies

For-profit small businesses located in the U.S. Each owner with 20% or more equity, general partners, and key officers must complete and sign this form.

The step-by-step roadmap

  1. 1

    Identify Business and Owners

    Enter legal business details, tax ID, and identify all principals who own 20% or more of the company.

    Watch out: Ownership percentages must add up properly and match legal entity records.
    Common rejection reason: Leaving off owners who hold 20% or more equity or misstating entity structure.
  2. 2

    Answer Background and Character Questions

    Complete all statutory questions regarding citizenship, criminal history, and past bankruptcies.

    Watch out: Be completely honest about past arrests or charges, even if expunged.
    Common rejection reason: Failing to disclose criminal history or prior default on federal loans.
  3. 3

    Disclose Affiliates and Prior Government Debt

    List any affiliated businesses under common control and any existing federal loans, including past SBA debt.

    Watch out: SBA rules define affiliation broadly through ownership, family, or shared management.
    Common rejection reason: Omitting affiliated businesses that impact SBA small business size standards.
  4. 4

    Sign and Submit to Your Lender

    Each required owner signs Section I or Section II certifications and submits the form directly to the SBA lender.

    Watch out: Do not send this form directly to the SBA; your lender packages and submits it.
    Common rejection reason: Missing signatures from co-owners, spouses, or authorized corporate officers.

Documents you'll need

  • Government-Issued Photo ID

    Valid driver's license or passport for every owner completing the form.

    Note: Must be current and clearly legible.

  • Business Formation Documents

    Articles of incorporation, bylaws, operating agreements, and ownership ledgers.

    Note: Verifies legal structure and ownership percentages.

  • Federal Tax Returns & Financial Statements

    Three years of business and personal tax returns, plus current balance sheets.

    Note: Required by your lender alongside SBA Form 1919 to evaluate eligibility.

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Fees and timelines are as published by the relevant agency and may change — verify before filing. This guide is general information, not legal advice.