WhatsApp Business API
WhatsApp green tick (blue tick) verification: requirements and how to apply
The WhatsApp green tick is Meta's Official Business Account checkmark. See the five requirements, how to apply, and how Meta Verified differs.
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- By Ashmit Arya
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If you searched for the "green tick", you are in the right place. Many guides still use the old name. Meta's current documentation calls it an Official Business Account (OBA) and says these numbers show a blue checkmark beside their name in the contacts view.
The five requirements
Meta lists these eligibility criteria for an Official Business Account:
- 1
Follow the Business Messaging Policyalways
Opt-in before messaging and honouring stop requests are part of it. See [how to collect consent](/blog/whatsapp-opt-in-how-to-collect-consent).
- 2
30 days on the platformtime
The number must be registered on the WhatsApp Business Platform for at least 30 days.
- 3
A verified business portfoliobusiness verification
The Meta business portfolio that owns the number has been through Business Verification.
- 4
Two-step verificationsecurity
Switched on for the business phone number.
- 5
An approved display nameidentity
The number's display name has been approved.
Meta's page does not describe notability or media-coverage rules, so do not rely on third-party claims about them. Meta decides each request, and meeting the list does not guarantee approval.
How to apply
There are two routes: WhatsApp Manager, or the API:
- In WhatsApp Manager: open Overview, select your business phone number, switch on two-step verification if needed, then go to Phone Numbers, Profile, Official Business Account and click Submit Request.
- Through the API: use Meta's Official Business Account Status API to request the
official_business_accountfield for your number.
Apply from Responseify
Responseify has a Blue Tick page that collects what the request needs (business website, supporting links, country and language) and submits it to Meta for you.
What to notice: the form sits in Settings, so you do not need to leave your CRM. Step-by-step: apply for the blue tick.
Before you apply
- Check your number's health. Meta checks quality and policy compliance. See how to improve your quality rating.
- Verify your business early. Business Verification also helps your sending limit grow. See messaging limits explained.
- Match your names. The display name should reflect your real business name.
What about Meta Verified?
Meta also offers Meta Verified, a subscription that gives a verified badge plus extra tools such as impersonation protection, account support and a custom WhatsApp page. It is a separate product from the Official Business Account, and I could not confirm its price or availability for India from Meta's page, so check Meta's site before you decide.
A practical timeline
- 1
Week 0connect
Connect your number to the WhatsApp Business Platform and start messaging properly: opted-in contacts, approved templates, quick replies.
- 2
Week 1verify
Start Business Verification for your Meta business portfolio, and switch on two-step verification for the number.
- 3
Week 2name
Make sure the display name matches your real business name and is approved.
- 4
After day 30apply
Submit the Official Business Account request in WhatsApp Manager or from Responseify's Blue Tick page.
Do the early steps in parallel. Business Verification and display-name approval are the ones that take waiting time, so start them first.
Common reasons people get stuck
- Applying too early. The number needs 30 days or more on the platform.
- A display name that does not match the business. If the name differs from your registered business name, expect questions.
- Skipping two-step verification. It is one of the five criteria, and it is quick to enable.
- Policy problems. Messaging people who did not opt in, or ignoring stop requests, works against you. Read how to send bulk messages without a ban.
If your request is not approved, fix what you can and apply again later. Meta decides each request.
Sources
- Meta, Official Business Accounts: definition, the five eligibility criteria and the two ways to apply.
- WhatsApp, Meta Verified for business: the verified badge subscription.
- WhatsApp, Business Messaging Policy.
Frequently asked questions
Is the green tick the same as the blue tick?
The tick people call "green" is the Official Business Account badge, which Meta's documentation says appears as a blue checkmark beside the business name.
How long do I need to wait before applying?
Your number must be on the WhatsApp Business Platform for at least 30 days.
Does it cost money to apply?
Meta's Official Business Account guide mentions no fee. Meta Verified, the separate subscription, is a paid product.
Will meeting the requirements get me the tick?
Not automatically. Meta reviews each request and decides.
What is the WhatsApp green tick price in India?
Meta's guide does not list a fee for applying for the Official Business Account tick. Meta Verified, a separate paid subscription, is a different product; check Meta's site for its price and whether it is available to you.
How can I get the green tick on WhatsApp for free?
Meet the five requirements above, then apply. The application for the Official Business Account tick has no fee in Meta's guide, but approval is Meta's decision and is not guaranteed.
Why is the green tick not showing on my WhatsApp Business account?
Usually because the account does not yet meet all requirements (30 days on the platform, a verified business portfolio, two-step verification on, an approved display name and policy compliance), or because Meta has not approved the request.
About the author
Ashmit Arya · Founder, Responseify
Builds Responseify, a WhatsApp CRM for Indian businesses, and tests what these guides describe in the product himself. Every number here is sourced and dated, and posts are updated when the rules change.
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