How often do HUBZone maps change?
They update periodically. Active monitoring is required to maintain status.
SBA — Certify.SBA.gov · Businesses headquartered in qualifying HUBZones
HUBZone — Historically Underutilized Business Zones
Set-asides for businesses operating in economically distressed areas — strong category for veteran founders relocating or building out.
Who qualifies
- Principal office in a HUBZone-designated area
- At least 35% of employees reside in a HUBZone
- Owned by US citizens, ANCs, tribes, or community development corporations
- Meets SBA size standard
Why this certification matters
HUBZone gives both set-asides and a 10% price preference in full-and-open competitions — one of the most powerful federal preferences available.
Documents you’ll need
- Lease or ownership documents for principal office
- Employee address list and HUBZone mapping
- Business formation documents
- Tax returns
Process
Mapping
Confirm your office is in a current HUBZone designation.
Employee residency
Verify and document 35% employee residency in HUBZones.
Application
Submit at certify.SBA.gov.
Site visit
SBA may conduct site visit before approval.
How VetBiz helps
- Address mapping against current HUBZone data
- Employee residency tracking workspace
- Site-visit readiness
- Recertification reminders
FAQ
Ready when you are
Pursue your HUBZone certification.
Run the eligibility screen, gather documents, and submit — with VetBiz alongside you the whole way.