{"id":1810,"date":"2024-07-09T08:28:49","date_gmt":"2024-07-09T06:28:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/info.openlane.eu\/?post_type=faq&p=1810"},"modified":"2026-07-03T12:30:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T10:30:46","slug":"1-2-how-do-i-register","status":"publish","type":"faq","link":"https:\/\/info.openlane.eu\/en\/help\/faq\/for-buyers\/registration\/1-2-how-do-i-register\/","title":{"rendered":"1.2 How do I register?"},"content":{"rendered":"

OPENLANE is an automotive marketplace aimed specifically at professional car traders and dealers. It\u2019s free to register no matter where you live.<\/p>\n

See below to find out how to register:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Fill in your VAT number<\/strong>
\nPlease enter your VAT number and click \u2018Verify VAT number\u2019. The system will automatically check the validity of your VAT number.<\/p>\n

2. Company and contact details<\/strong>
\nFill in your company and contact details. Make sure you enter a valid email address. Choose your username and password, and whether you would like to stay informed by email or phone (you can change this later in your \u2018My account\u2019 portal). Confirm that you are a professional car trader, agree with the terms and conditions, click “Submit*” and you\u2019re good to go!<\/p>\n

3. Confirm your email address<\/strong>
\nImmediately after registering, you\u2019ll receive a confirmation email. Please click on the link to validate your email address. Then log in and proceed to become a Verified Buyer.<\/p>\n

4. Become a Verified Buyer<\/strong>
\nAfter registering, you will be guided through a few additional questions to verify your profile and become a Verified Buyer. Becoming a Verified Buyer is required to purchase on OPENLANE. Take a moment to complete your profile. Our team will then swiftly review your information and notify you of the outcome.<\/p>\n

To complete your profile, please have the following ready:<\/strong><\/p>\n

– A valid ID (and a valid residence permit, if applicable)
\n– A digital copy of your company registration documents
\n– A working webcam or smartphone for the ID verification<\/p>\n

Important:<\/strong> The person completing the verification must be one of the company’s Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs).”<\/p>\n

5. Full access to OPENLANE<\/strong>
\nAs soon as you meet the verification criteria and become a Verified Buyer, you have full access to OPENLANE and can start bidding and purchasing vehicles.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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