How many phone numbers can I connect under one BAN?
Quick answer: The number of phone numbers you can connect under one MyOperator BAN depends on your account-verification status and Meta’s global phone-number limits.
When to use this guide?
- Centralised billing: One BAN simplifies billing across all connected numbers and accounts.
- Scalability: Easily expand into new regions or teams without opening separate business entities.
- Flexibility: Manage multiple WABAs for different brands, regions, or service lines under one FBM.
- Control: Each number maintains its own messaging tier and approval process, giving granular scaling.
Key Limits and Structure
Element | Limit / Capability |
|---|---|
Phone numbers per Account | Up to 20 (each must be individually onboarded and verified via FBM) |
WhatsApp Business Accounts | Multiple WABAs can be created and linked under one BAN |
FBM–BAN relationship | One BAN is tied to one Facebook Business Manager (FBM). A single FBM can manage multiple WABAs, all connected under the same BAN. |
Messaging tiers per number | Each phone number has its own messaging limits (tiers) that scale independently |
What Meta officially allows (phone-number limits)
- By default, when you first register, a business portfolio is limited to 2 registered WhatsApp business phone numbers.
- Once your Business Manager account is verified, Meta typically allows up to 20 phone numbers to be registered under the same Business Manager / WABA account (multiple WABA accounts can be created under 1 BAN).
- If you need more than 20 — it may be possible to request an increase from Meta, especially for high-volume businesses, though approval is discretionary.
Therefore — under normal circumstances — a single business account under MyOperator should support up to 20 phone numbers.
Need Help?
If you need to onboard multiple numbers or connect them across FBM accounts, contact support@myoperator.com for tailored setup guidance.
Plan your number allocation by region, function, or campaign type early. This avoids future restructuring and ensures smooth scalability.
Updated on: 12/01/2026