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Facebook Business Verification: Required Documents by Country

Updated over 2 weeks ago

Summary

If your business is not listed when you attempt to verify it on Facebook, you may need to upload official documents to confirm your business registration. These documents must display your business's legal name, official postal address, or phone number. Additionally, if you choose to receive a verification code via email, Facebook may require proof of website domain ownership.

Once submitted, Facebook will review your documents, which may take several days. You can check the verification status in your Security Centre.

Below is a list of acceptable documents by country for Facebook business verification.

Instructions

Accepted Business Verification Documents by Country

Brazil

  • Business bank statement

  • Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Juridica (CNPJ)

  • Certificado da Condicao de Microempreendedor Individual (MEI)

  • Contrato Social

  • Utility bill

China

  • 公司註冊證書

  • 商業登記摘錄

  • 商業登記證

  • 营业执照

  • 銀行帳單

Cyprus

  • Αντίγραφο κίνησης λογαριασμού / Hesap özeti

  • Εγγραφή στο μητρώο Φ.Π.Α.

  • Καταστατικό / Şirket ana sözleşmesi

  • Μητρώο Επιχειρηματικών Οντοτήτων

  • Συστατική Πράξη Εταιρείας / Şirket Kuruluş Onay Belgesi

France

  • Avis de situation au repertoire Sirene

  • Extrai d'immatriculation D1

  • Extrait K, L, Kbis ou Lbis

  • Facture d'électricité, de gaz ou d'eau

  • Lettre de confirmation de numéro SIREN délivrée par l'Urssaf

  • Statuts de l'enterprise

  • VAT registration

India

  • Business bank statement

  • Business licence

  • Certificate of incorporation

  • Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration certificate

  • Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

  • Shop establishment certificate

  • Udyog Aadhar (UID)

  • Utility bill

Indonesia

  • Business bank statement

  • Izin Usaha Mikro Kecil (IUMK)

  • Nomar Induk Berusaha (NIB)

  • Surat Izin Usaha Perdagangan (SIUP)

  • Surat Pengukuhan Pengusaha Kena Pajak (SPPKP)

  • Tanda Daftar Perusahaan (TDP)

  • Utility bill

Ireland

  • An Oifig um Chlárú Cuideachtaí

  • Business bank statement

  • Business tax certificate

  • Certificate of business incorporation

  • Certificate of registration

  • Utility bill

Italy

  • Atto Costitutivo

  • Certificato di Registrazione Aziendale

  • Registro Imprese dell'archivio ufficiale della CCIAA

  • Statuto

  • Business bank statement

  • Certificate of formation

  • Utility bill

  • Value-added tax (VAT) certificate

Japan

  • 個人事業の開業, 廃業等の届出書

  • 営業許可

  • 定款

  • 履歴事項全部証明書

  • 法人番号指定通知書

  • 納税証明書

  • Business bank statement

  • Utility bill

South Korea

  • 사업자등록증

  • 요금납부 내역서

  • 지방세 납세 증명서

Taiwan

  • 台中市政府函

  • 有限公司设立登记表

United Arab Emirates (UAE)

  • Certificate of formation

  • رخصة تجارية

  • شهادة تسجيل لضريبة القيمة المضافة

  • فاتورة اتصالات

  • فاتورة الكهرباء

Ukraine

  • Виписка з єдиного державного реєстру юридичних осіб, фізичних осіб-підприємців та громадьских формувань

  • Виписка з єдиного державного реєстру юридичних осіб та фізичних осіб-підприємців

  • Витяг з реєстру платників єдиного податку

  • Свідоцтво платника єдиного податку

United Kingdom

  • Business bank statement

  • Certificate of incorporation

  • Certificate of public liability insurance

  • Companies House document

  • Company registration number (CRN)

  • HM Revenue and Customs: VAT certificate

  • HM Revenue and Customs: Account statement

  • Utility bill

United States

  • Articles of incorporation

  • Business bank statement

  • Business licence

  • Employer Identification Number (EIN)

  • IRS SS-4 (EIN assignment letter)

  • IRS 147c (EIN confirmation letter)

  • Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)

Important Notes

  • The uploaded document must be clear, in color, and show the full document.

  • Documents must be valid and unaltered (expired or edited documents will not be accepted).

  • WATI is not responsible for Facebook Business Verification. The final decision lies with Facebook.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

General Information

  1. Why is my business not listed when I try to verify it on Facebook?

    If your business is not listed, you may need to upload official documents that confirm your business registration, such as those displaying your legal business name, official postal address, or phone number.

  2. What types of documents are accepted for Facebook Business Verification?

    Accepted documents vary by country but generally include business bank statements, certificates of incorporation, utility bills, tax certificates, and business licenses. Refer to the list of accepted documents by country in the draft for specific details.

  3. Can I use an email address for verification?

    If you choose to receive a verification code via email, Facebook may require proof of website domain ownership in addition to your business documents.

  4. How long does Facebook take to review my documents?

    Facebook’s review process may take several days. You can check the verification status in your Security Centre.

Document Requirements

  1. What should I do if my document is not in the accepted list for my country?

    Ensure you are using a document that matches Facebook’s requirements for your country. If your document type is not listed, contact Facebook Support for clarification.

  2. Can I use a document in a language other than English?

    The draft does not specify language requirements. However, ensure your document is clear, valid, and unaltered. If Facebook requires translations, they will notify you.

  3. What if my document is expired or altered?

    Facebook does not accept expired or altered documents. Ensure all submitted documents are valid, unedited, and up-to-date.

  4. What should I do if my document is blurry or unclear?

    Upload a clear, high-resolution, and color version of the document. Blurry or unclear documents will not be accepted.

Verification Process

  1. How do I check my verification status?

    You can check your verification status in the Security Centre of your Facebook Business account.

  2. What happens if my documents are rejected?

    If your documents are rejected, Facebook will provide reasons for the rejection. Review their feedback, correct any issues, and re-submit the required documents.

  3. Can WATI help with Facebook Business Verification?

    No, WATI is not responsible for Facebook Business Verification. The final decision lies with Facebook.

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