How to Verify Your Meta Business Manager

(For LandinChat– WhatsApp Business API)

Verifying your Meta Business Manager is a mandatory step if you want to scale WhatsApp messaging using LandinChat.

Once verified:

• You unlock higher messaging limits
• Your WhatsApp Business account becomes more stable
• Risk of account restrictions is significantly reduced

This guide explains how to complete Meta Business verification correctly.

Before You Start (Required) #

Before starting verification:

• Your WhatsApp Business Account (WABA) must already be connected to LandinChat
• You must be an Admin of the Meta Business Manager

If your number is not yet connected, complete that step first.

Step-by-Step: Verify Meta Business Manager #

Step 1: Go to Meta Security Center #

1. Log in to Meta Business Manager
2. Open Business Settings
3. Navigate to Security Center

Step 2: Select Your Business Account #

• Choose the business account you created for WhatsApp
• This will open the verification section for that business

Step 3: Start Business Verification #

• Under Business Verification, click Start Verification
• If the option is disabled, check that:
• You are an Admin
• Required business details are not missing

Step 4: Provide Business Details #

1. Select Country
   Choose the country where your business is legally registered
2. Enter Business Information
   Provide accurate details:
   • Legal Business Name
   • Registered Address
   • Phone Number
   • Website
3. ⚠️ These details must exactly match your official documents.
4. Choose Contact Method
   Select how Meta should verify you:
   • Email
   • SMS
   • Phone call
   • Domain verification
5. 👉 Use contact details you can access immediately.

Step 5: Submit Supporting Documents #

Upload official legal documents that prove your business exists.

✅Acceptable Documents #

• Certificate of Incorporation / Certificate of Formation
• GST Certificate
• Business License or Permits
• Business Tax Registration
• Udyog Aadhaar / Udyam Certificate
• Business Bank Account Statement
• Shop & Establishment Certificate

❌ Unacceptable Documents #

• Invoices or purchase orders
• Personal bank statements
• PAN card
• Utility bills
• Self-filled application forms
• Website screenshots or printouts
• Flyers, letterheads, or marketing material

If documents are not in English, you must provide a certified English translation.

Step 6: Confirm Contact Details & Enter Verification Code #

1. Double-check your contact information
2. Enter the verification code sent by Meta
3. Submit for review

Step 7: Wait for Meta Approval #

• Verification status can be tracked in Security Center
• Approval can take up to 30 days
• You’ll receive a confirmation email once verified

After Verification #

Once verified:

• Your WhatsApp messaging limits increase
• Limits are now influenced by phone number reputation, not just verification
• You can safely scale campaigns using LandinChat

If Verification Is Rejected #

Rejections are common and usually caused by:

• Mismatch between business name and documents
• Invalid or unsupported documents
• Incorrect address or contact details

Fix the issues and resubmit. Verification can be retried.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #

1. Is Meta Business verification mandatory? #

Yes, if you want to:

• Increase messaging limits
• Avoid restrictions
• Run WhatsApp campaigns at scale

2. Can I send WhatsApp messages without verification? #

Yes, but with very limited messaging limits.
Verification is required for serious usage.

3. Who must complete the verification? #

Only a Meta Business Manager Admin can complete verification.

4. How long does verification take? #

Anywhere from a few days to up to 30 days, depending on Meta’s review.

5. What is the most common reason for rejection? #

Mismatch between:

• Business name
• Address
• Documents

Even small spelling differences can cause rejection.

6. Can I change business details after submission? #

Not during review.
If rejected, fix details and resubmit.

7. Are personal documents accepted? #

No.
Meta requires business-level legal documents, not personal IDs.

8. Does verification affect WhatsApp pricing? #

No.
Verification only affects limits and trust, not pricing.

9. What happens after verification? #

• Higher messaging limits
• More account stability
• Better long-term deliverability

10. What should I do if I’m unsure about documents? #

Contact LandinChat Support before submitting.
Submitting wrong documents delays verification.