SDVOSB and VOSB Certification Overview
Federal certification for veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses.
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Eligibility depends on your individual circumstances. Always verify current requirements through official government resources before making decisions.
Who this applies to
- Veteran business owners
- Service-disabled veteran business owners
What it provides
- Eligibility to compete for certain set-aside opportunities
General eligibility concepts
- Ownership, control, and small business size requirements apply
How it works
- You apply through the federal certification process and maintain the certification.
Step-by-step
- Confirm ownership and control requirements
- Prepare documentation
- Apply
- Maintain records
Documents to gather
- Formation documents
- Ownership records
- Rating decision where applicable
Common mistakes
- Applying with unclear ownership documentation
Important considerations
- Requirements change — verify with the SBA before applying.
Official sources
Estimated costs, timelines, and income figures are illustrative placeholders only and are not guaranteed.