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How to apply for Veteran-owned certification (SDVOSB/VOSB via SBA VetCert) (2026)

SBA handles this certification process. Apply through the official MySBA Certifications (certifications.sba.gov) portal.

Certifying body: SBAOfficial source: SBA veteran contracting assistance programsRules last verified: Aug 20262026 content

Official application steps

  1. Review the pre-application checklist

    SBA publishes checklists and pre-application guides for veteran certification on its veteran contracting assistance page.

  2. Check your firm's eligibility

    Confirm the business meets the veteran ownership and control criteria before applying.

  3. Create an account and submit

    Create a MySBA Certifications account, log in, and submit the application through the portal.

Check the official source: Certification moved from the VA's Center for Verification and Evaluation to the SBA effective January 1, 2023, and self-certification ended December 22, 2024. Check the portal for current processing and renewal details.

Prepare before you apply

Veteran-owned certification (SDVOSB/VOSB via SBA VetCert) document checklist
See the documents tied to this program's verified requirements.
All Veteran-owned certification (SDVOSB/VOSB via SBA VetCert) requirements
Read the verified program requirements and official sources.

Official sources

Official source: SBA veteran contracting assistance programsLast verified: Aug 2026
Official source: MySBA Certifications portalLast verified: Aug 2026

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