Requirements to Apply
for WhatsApp Business API

What Are the Prerequisites to Apply for WhatsApp Business API?

Before applying for the WhatsApp Business API, your business must meet three primary requirements (apart from business registration):

1. A Business Website with Complete Business Information
Your website must clearly display all essential business details.
Important:
Make sure your legal business name is mentioned in the footer of the website—this is mandatory for WhatsApp Business API approval.

2. A Fresh Phone Number
You need a phone number that is not currently registered on:
WhatsApp Messenger

WhatsApp Business App

A fresh number simply means the number must not be active on any WhatsApp application at the time of applying.

3. A Valid Business Legal Document
You must have at least one of the following:
GST Certificate

MSME / Udyam Registration

Certificate of Incorporation

How to Apply for WhatsApp Business API?

Meta requires an application form containing the business’s basic details along with WhatsApp-specific information.

You can fill out the form here:
(WhatsApp Business API Application Form)

For a step-by-step guide, refer to the full tutorial on applying for the WhatsApp Business API with Wavixo.

Are Any Businesses Restricted from Applying?

Yes. Certain categories are not allowed to access the WhatsApp Business API. These include businesses dealing in:
Illegal products or services

Unsafe or non-consumable supplements

Alcohol, tobacco, or restricted items

You can review the full list of disallowed categories in the official WhatsApp Commerce Policy.

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