Glossary · People and paperwork
Exclusionary period
In short
This is a specific timeframe during which a person is ineligible for an SBA loan due to a past criminal conviction. It's a critical factor in determining your eligibility as a borrower.
What it means in a deal
The SBA has rules regarding how recent certain criminal offenses impact loan eligibility. For example, if you've been convicted, pleaded guilty, or no contest to a felony within a certain period (e.g., one year for crimes involving fraud), you're in an exclusionary period and generally ineligible. Always disclose all relevant criminal history on Form 1919 to avoid issues.
Official sources
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
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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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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