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SBA Form 1919, the Borrower Information Form, is used to collect essential eligibility information and certifications directly from the applicant, serving as a critical tool for lenders to assess borrower eligibility and character.
The Form 1919 elicits specific information from all principals of the applicant business, including ownership, citizenship, criminal history, and other eligibility factors required by SBA regulations. Lenders use this form to confirm that the borrower meets basic program requirements and to identify any flags that require further due diligence.
A lender reviews a completed Form 1919 for a new business acquisition. If the form indicates a past felony conviction for a 25% owner, the lender must follow specific SBA guidance for character review, including potentially requesting additional documentation and a decision from SBA.
SOP 50 10 - Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
SBA Form 1919 - Borrower Information Form
Criminal Justice Reviews for SBA Business Loan Programs - Final Rule
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Last reviewed 2026-06-13 · SBA sources checked through 2026-06-13. DealRoom analysis of public SBA 7(a) lending records (FY2020–present). Grounded in the current SBA rulebook; verify against the official sources above before relying on it for a live deal. Not legal, tax, or financial advice, and not an approval decision.
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