How to Get Verified on Meta (Facebook & Instagram)

How to Get Verified on Meta (Facebook & Instagram) – The Full Guide

Verification on Facebook and Instagram boosts your profile’s credibility, improves content reach, and protects you against impersonation. Whether you’re a creator, public figure, or business, Meta now offers two main paths to verification:

Meta Verified (Subscription-Based)
Traditional Verification Request (For Notable Public Figures or Brands)

🔹 Option 1: Meta Verified (Paid Subscription)

What is Meta Verified?

Meta Verified is a monthly subscription service that gives you:

A blue checkmark on Instagram and/or Facebook

Proactive impersonation protection

Access to human support

Additional exclusive features (like stickers and visibility boosts)

Approximate Pricing (subject to region):

$11.99/month (Web)

$14.99/month (iOS/Android)

Note: Prices may vary by country and currency. Meta Verified for businesses is rolling out separately.

✅ Eligibility for Meta Verified (as of 2025)

Requirement	Description
Age	Must be 18 years or older
Platform	Must have an active Facebook or Instagram profile
Name & Profile Match	Display name must match the ID provided
Profile Completeness	Must have a profile photo, bio, and recent activity
ID Verification	Submit a government-issued ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.)
2FA	Two-factor authentication must be turned on
Device	Must apply through the mobile app

📝 How to Subscribe to Meta Verified

Open Facebook or Instagram App
Go to Menu → Settings & Privacy → Settings
Tap Accounts Center → Meta Verified
Select the profile you want to verify
Upload a valid government ID
Set up 2FA if not already done
Add your payment method and complete the subscription
Await approval (usually within a few hours to a few days)

✏️ How to Cancel Meta Verified

Go to Settings → Accounts Center → Meta Verified
Tap on the subscription
Choose “Cancel Subscription”
Follow the prompts (you’ll retain verification until the billing cycle ends)

🔹 Option 2: Free Verification Request (For Notable Brands & Public Figures)

This option is available for highly notable individuals, media figures, and businesses. It's not guaranteed and typically for accounts with existing public exposure.

Eligibility Criteria

Requirement	Description
Authentic	Must represent a real person or registered entity
Unique	One verified account per person/entity
Complete	Public profile, with bio, profile photo, recent posts
Notable	Media coverage in non-paid, reputable news sources
Secure	2FA recommended

📝 How to Request Free Verification

On Instagram:

Go to Settings → Account → Request Verification
Fill in your account name, category, and upload a government ID or business docs
Add at least 3 links to articles, press coverage, or your official website
Submit and wait (response time: usually 2–30 days)

On Facebook:

Go to Meta’s Verification Request Form
Choose whether you’re applying for a Page or Profile
Upload documents and supporting links
Submit the form

🌍 Regional Availability

Meta Verified is not available in all countries yet. To check:

Go to Settings → Accounts Center → Meta Verified

If it’s not visible, it's likely not rolled out in your region yet.

❌ Things That Can Get You Rejected

Inconsistent display name (different from ID)

No real-world coverage or PR

Profile is incomplete or inactive

Buying fake followers or engagement

Submitting altered or fake IDs

🆚 Meta Verified vs Traditional Verification

Feature	Meta Verified	Traditional Verification
Blue Checkmark	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Requires Public Notability	❌ No	✅ Yes
Paid	✅ Yes	❌ No
Fast Support Access	✅ Yes	❌ No
Media Coverage Needed	❌ No	✅ Yes
Cancel Anytime	✅ Yes	❌ No

Final Tips

Make sure your username, name, and profile image match your ID if going through Meta Verified.

Stay consistent with posting, engagement, and maintaining a professional bio.

Avoid frequent changes to your profile while a verification request is under review.

If rejected, you can reapply after 30 days.

Don’t buy fake verification badges — it’s against Meta’s terms and can get your account banned.