# How to Get Verified on Instagram — Blue Checkmark Guide

> Get the Instagram blue checkmark. Eligibility requirements, application process, and tips to improve your chances of verification.

- URL: https://storiesfly.com/blog/instagram-verified-account-how-to-get
- Published: 2026-01-07
- Topic: Growth
- Publisher: StoriesFly (https://storiesfly.com)

## What Is Instagram Verification?

The blue checkmark confirms that an account is the authentic presence of a notable public figure, celebrity, brand, or entity.

## Eligibility Requirements

### Your Account Must Be

- Authentic: Represent a real person or registered business
- Unique: Only one account per person or business can be verified
- Complete: Bio, profile photo, and at least one post
- Notable: Represent a well-known, highly searched entity

## How to Apply

### Steps

- Go to Settings > Account > Request Verification
- Fill in your full name (as it appears in official documents)
- Provide your known-as name (if different)
- Select your category (news, sports, entertainment, etc.)
- Upload a government-issued ID or official business documents
- Submit your request

### What Happens Next

- Instagram reviews your application
- Processing typically takes 1-30 days
- You'll receive a notification with the decision
- If denied, you can reapply after 30 days

## Tips to Improve Your Chances

### Build Notability

- Get featured in news articles and press
- Build a presence beyond Instagram
- Create a Wikipedia page (if notable enough)
- Get mentioned by verified accounts

### Optimize Your Profile

- Complete all profile fields
- Post regularly and consistently
- Have a significant following for your niche
- Maintain high engagement rates
- Cross-link to other verified platforms

### Provide Strong Documentation

- Use clear, official documents
- Ensure your name matches across platforms
- Include links to press coverage
- Show proof of brand registration if business

## Meta Verified (Paid Verification)

Meta now offers paid verification:

- Monthly subscription fee
- Available to individuals and businesses
- Includes blue checkmark
- Extra account protection
- Priority customer support
- Exclusive features

## Common Reasons for Denial

- Account not notable enough
- Insufficient documentation
- Account too new
- Low engagement or following
- Incomplete profile
- Multiple applications too quickly

## After Getting Verified

- Don't change your username (may lose verification)
- Maintain community guidelines compliance
- Continue posting regularly
- Verification can be revoked for violations