TIFIA Loan Guarantee | DirectLenderMatch

What is it?

DirectLenderMatch classifies TIFIA Loan Guarantee under the financing form “Federal loan guarantee.” Its typical use in this directory is: Federal guarantee of eligible transportation project borrowing from non-federal lender.

How does it work?

The structure is generally evaluated, supported, or secured using the following basis: Eligible transportation project and non-federal lender debt. Exact underwriting, eligibility, terms, and availability are provider-specific and can change.

What can it be used for?

Federal guarantee of eligible transportation project borrowing from non-federal lender.

What backs or supports it?

Eligible transportation project and non-federal lender debt.

Why does this structure exist?

This structure provides a defined way to address the financing need described above. The provider, transaction, collateral, and underwriting context determine how the structure is implemented in practice.

Important considerations

Confirm current costs, risks, licensing, eligibility, collateral treatment, recourse, tax consequences, and availability directly with the provider and appropriate professional advisers. DirectLenderMatch does not compare rates or recommend products.

Is this actually a loan?

Loan guarantee structure

Workbook classification: Guarantee. Financing forms such as leases, purchases, shared equity, advances, and guarantees may solve a funding need without being conventional loans.

Verified lenders or providers

Program or transaction-specific provider path

Structural exception: there is no single universal direct lender for this product.

Non-Federal Qualified Institutional Buyer approved for the specific TIFIA transaction

Transaction-specific guaranteed lender

Official program information →

Last verified: August 23, 2026