## Why the WhatsApp Green Tick Matters
When a customer or student receives a WhatsApp message from a verified green checkmark business, their immediate response is trust. Instead of seeing a random phone number, your brand name appears prominently even if the user has never saved your number in their contacts.
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### Step-by-Step Green Tick Application Roadmap
1. **Verify Your Meta Business Manager:**
Submit your GST registration certificate, MSME Udyam certificate, or incorporation certificate to Meta Business Settings.
2. **Deploy on Official Cloud API:**
Ensure your phone number is connected via official Meta Cloud API (like QuickSeta) rather than unauthorized scraping tools.
3. **Establish Digital Footprint:**
Meta looks for organic news articles, PR coverage, or industry citations that prove your brand is notable.
4. **Submit OBA Application via QuickSeta Support:**
In your QuickSeta dashboard, navigate to Support or Settings and trigger the Official Business Account review.
Verification & Trust 7 min read Published 2026-10-05
The Ultimate Guide to Getting a WhatsApp Green Tick in India (2026)
Everything you need to know about qualifying for the prestigious WhatsApp Official Business Account (OBA) Green Tick badge in India with 100% compliance.
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Aditya Sharma
Head of Growth at QuickSeta
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the official prerequisites for WhatsApp Green Tick?
You need: 1) A fully verified Meta Business Manager account, 2) 2-Step Verification enabled on your WhatsApp API number, 3) Brand notability (organic press mentions or media articles), and 4) WhatsApp Business Display Name matching your legal business name.
Does having a Green Tick cost money to Meta?
Meta does not charge any application fee for the Green Tick badge. It is awarded based on authenticity and brand verification.
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