Policy guidance

Commitment application instructions

Information for an SBIC to apply for a commitment by the SBA to reserve financial assistance on its behalf for the future issuance of debentures.

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These instructions provide the information necessary for an SBIC to apply for a commitment by the SBA to reserve financial assistance on its behalf for the future issuance of Debentures. 

Any SBIC requesting the reservation of financial assistance ("Leverage") by obtaining SBA's conditional commitment to guarantee Debentures, must submit the application form and documents described in the instructions. The application form and documents must be properly completed and executed and should be submitted via email to SBICFunding@sba.gov and copied to the SBIC's assigned Financial Analyst.

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Effective: November 1, 2022
Related Programs: Related programs: SBIC
Last updated April 5, 2023