All borrowers, regardless of loan size, can use SBA's direct forgiveness portal. Applying for forgiveness using the portal can take as little as 15 minutes.Create an account in the MySBA Loan Portal (lending.sba. Gov) to monitor your loan status or to make payments. Borrowers who need assistance with forgiveness can contact SBA at our dedicated forgiveness call center: 8775522692. Struggling small businesses that received COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loans can now get shortterm help paying back what they owe. If you are located in a declared disaster area, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA). EIDL funds may not be eligible for forgiveness since they are intended for capital investments and not paycheck protection. Repayment Applicants must show the ability to repay the loan.