Glossary · People and paperwork
Alien Registration Number
In short
This is a unique identifier assigned by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to non-citizen residents. If you're a Qualified Alien, you'll need this for your loan application.
What it means in a deal
If you're a non-U.S. citizen but a lawful permanent resident or hold certain eligible visas, the SBA requires your Alien Registration Number on Form 1919 and other application documents. This verifies your immigration status, which is a key eligibility requirement for SBA loans. Ensure your status is current and documented.
Official sources
13 CFR Part 120 — Business Loans
Office of the Federal Register · Federal regulation
SBA Form 1919 — Borrower Information Form
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA form
Last checked 2026-06-15. Official sources control — verify before relying on any rule for a live deal.
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Common questions about Alien Registration Number
- What documentation proves U.S. citizenship or Qualified Alien status for owners?
- Can a Qualified Alien without permanent residency obtain an SBA 7(a) loan?
- Does my business need to have been operating for a certain number of years?
- Does the SBA have requirements for the minimum number of employees a business must have?
- Does the SBA 7(a) loan program have a requirement for a minimum number of employees?
- What is the maximum number of years I can take to repay an SBA 7(a) loan?
Defined by CapBench SBA Intelligence — plain-English definitions for business buyers, lenders, advisors, and AI agents, grounded in public SBA rules and records. Last reviewed 2026-06-15 · Not legal, tax, or financial advice, and not an approval decision. Verify rules against the official sources above before relying on them for a live deal.
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