Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
While eligibility criteria is different for each certification sought, all applicants must be United States citizens or permanent residents (green card holders). Please see the complete list here
This is a common, yet complicated area of eligibility. In some instances, the answer may be ‘yes’ provided both firms do not operate similar businesses and/or within similar industries. In our experience, common ownership in a similar business/industry is often grounds for denial, and at the very least, causes an application to be flagged for potential fraud.
How well a company markets its certification is the largest determinant of the value it will generate. If your company conducts C2C business, identifying your company as a WOB, MOB or VOB may help to attract customers specifically seeking to support organizations in these categories. If your company conducts B2B business, your certification status may help your customers achieve supplier diversity goals or targets by partnering with you.
The eligibility criteria varies for each certificate. Please click on the below links to learn more:
No charges are levied before applying for any certificate. Your payment will be taken in the application itself after you have completed the form and uploaded the necessary documentation. Our pricing is straightforward:
- Application fee - $99
- Renewable annually
We only commit to 7-10 days if all documents are correct. Please expect delay if the documents and/or requirements are not complete.
Each certificate is valid for a period of 1 year from the date of issuance as mentioned in the certificate. You will have the opportunity to renew your application for a reduced fee beginning 30 calendar days before your certificate expires up until the expiration date itself. The 58joralemon team will send out notifications via email and in the app to alert you when your certification is approaching expiration. You can also head to the Renewal section of the application any time to see if you have any certificates eligible for renewal.
If you do not renew your certification before it expires, you will have to apply for a new certificate. There is no post-expiration date grace period. You will receive reminders via email and in-application notifications when your certificate is eligible for renewal.
After you submit your form, documentation and payment, your application will be sent to the 58joralemon application validation & review team. The team will verify that the information provided is complete and accurate. If there are any questions or issues with your application, 58joralemon team will send out notifications via email and in the app to alert you and detail next steps. Once the validation & review process is complete, a decision will be made on whether your certification is approved or denied. You will receive notification via email and in the app on the decision. If your application is approved, your certificate will be available in the application for one year from that approval date. If your application is denied, you will receive an email detailing the reason for denial.
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