{"ok":true,"canonical_url":"https://dealroom.so/for-lenders/questions/what-is-the-relationship-between-sba-form-1919-and-1920-and-which-is-currently-required-fo","api_url":"https://dealroom.so/api/public/questions/what-is-the-relationship-between-sba-form-1919-and-1920-and-which-is-currently-required-fo","question":"What is the relationship between SBA Form 1919 and 1920, and which is currently required for 7(a) loan applications?","topic":"Required Forms","audience":"lender","bot_mode":"lender","short_answer":"SBA Form 1919 (Borrower Information Form) is required, while SBA Form 1920 (Lender's Application for Guaranty) is a retired form, replaced by E-Tran for current 7(a) loan applications.","rule":"SBA Form 1919 collects essential eligibility and ownership information directly from the borrower. Historically, lenders completed Form 1920 to apply for the guaranty, but E-Tran electronic submission has replaced this. While Form 1920 is retired, understanding its historical role helps with older loan documentation.","example":"A lender processes a new 7(a) loan application. The borrower must complete and sign SBA Form 1919. The lender then enters the loan information into the E-Tran system, which generates the guaranty application electronically, instead of completing a physical Form 1920.","what_lenders_check":"Lenders must ensure Form 1919 is accurately completed by the borrower and that the information aligns with E-Tran data. 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