
If you mistakenly applied for personal verification instead of business verification, Meta will automatically refund your payment within 3 days if verification fails.
you've mistakenly used your personal ID instead of your business details while applying for Instagram’s blue checkmark verification, don’t worry! Here’s the step-by-step process to fix it:
Apply for Business Verification (Not Personal Verification!)
Many users mistakenly apply for personal verification when they actually need to verify a business account. To ensure you’re on the right track:
- Use the official Meta Verified for Business page:
https://www.facebook.com/business/tools/meta-verified-for-business - Open the link on mobile and click Sign Up.
- Follow the steps for business verification, where you'll be asked for official company documents instead of a personal ID.
If You Applied for Personal Verification by Mistake
If you accidentally applied for personal verification instead of business, Meta will detect that your personal name doesn’t match your business name, and your verification will fail.
Don’t worry! Your payment is not lost. Meta will refund your money automatically within 3 days if the verification isn’t completed.
Wait for the Refund Before Reapplying
Once the refund is processed and your money is returned:
- Reapply for verification using the correct business details by following the first step above.
- Do not attempt to reapply before your refund is complete, as the process cannot be changed once submitted.