India: verification checklist
Prepare identity evidence, matching details and a way to confirm your connection.
Meta confirms document categories, not a universal India approval list. The Indian examples below are guidance; use the accepted options shown in your account.
| Evidence | What to prepare |
|---|---|
| Legal business name | Incorporation certificate, official business registration/licence, government-issued business tax document, or business bank statement. |
| Indian examples | A GST registration certificate fits the tax-document category; an incorporation certificate fits the incorporation category. Acceptance still depends on the review. |
| Other Indian documents | Do not assume Udyam/MSME, Shop and Establishment registration, a partnership deed or PAN alone is accepted. Check the upload list or ask Meta. |
| Address or phone | Matching business evidence. A utility bill can support address/phone, but cannot prove the legal business name. |
Match the details
Have full control of the correct business portfolio. Match legal name, address and phone to your records. Use a working HTTPS website and an accessible business inbox or phone.
Upload only requested proof
Select a suitable document for each requested proof. Use clear, unexpired evidence; more documents may be requested. Self-filed tax forms are not accepted. Personal Aadhaar or PAN is not automatically business proof.
Confirm your connection and track review
Follow the offered email, phone, SMS, WhatsApp or domain method. Check the result in Meta; its guidance allows up to 14 working days. If rejected, correct the stated mismatch before retrying.
Open Meta Security Centre (opens in a new tab)
You are ready when…
Meta confirms business verification. WhatsApp number setup, display-name review and badge approval remain separate.
Official help and further reading
Some official pages require sign-in. Choose your business when prompted; menus and eligibility can vary by account.