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What documents are required for small business owners and independent contractors?

Written by The Ualett Team | Aug 11, 2026, 3:31:42 PM

Independent Contract Income

If you select Independent Contracts as your Acquisition Method, you must provide at least one of the following documents:

  • Form 1099 (Copy B)
  • Form 1099-K
  • Form 1099-NEC
  • Form 1099-MISC
  • Form 1040 Schedule C
  • Form 1120

The document submitted must be valid and clearly show your independent contractor or business income.

Small Business Owners

If you select Small Business as your Line of Business, you must provide documentation that verifies the existence and ownership of your business. You may submit one or more of the following documents:

  • Certificate of Organization
  • Articles of Incorporation
  • EIN Letter
  • Operating Agreement or Partnership Agreement
  • State Entity Search Result
  • Fictitious Name (DBA) Certificate

The Small Business option is intended exclusively for business owners. The documentation submitted must verify the legal existence of your business.

Submitting the required documents helps us verify your information and continue evaluating your application. Additional documentation may be requested if needed.