NMSDC

NMSDC certification (minority-owned, private sector)

Here is what this program requires, in plain language, with each requirement cited to the rule or standard it comes from. Certification is renewed yearly. You file everything yourself.

Administered by NMSDC · Verified Jul 2026

ELIGIBILITY

At least 51 percent owned, managed, and controlled by U.S. citizens who are members of a qualifying minority group

NMSDC verifies ownership, management, and control through corporate documents and an interview/site visit. Certification is through your regional affiliate council and renews annually.

DOCUMENTS THIS ASKS FOR

Articles of organization / incorporation Your state's Secretary of State business portal (certified copies are usually a small fee).
Operating agreement (LLC), all amendments
Stock ledger and share certificates
Resume of each qualifying owner

NMSDC certification criteria · verified Jul 2026 · pinned ↗

THIS LIST IS NOT COMPLETE YET

One more requirement is awaiting verification against the official source, so it is not shown here. We would rather show you less than tell you something we have not checked. Treat the list above as accurate, not as exhaustive.

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The free pre-screener checks your answers against these rules and tells you where you stand, in about two minutes.

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