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Auction Central gives buyers a simple, transparent way to compete for property. You decide what the property is worth to you, set your limit, and bid openly against the market. When your bid is successful and accepted by the seller, you move forward with a clear sale process, defined terms, and confidence in what comes next.
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Documents Needed

5

Minutes to Complete

R0

On-Site Registration

20+

Years Auction Experience

Properties from R500 000 to over R50 million — residential, commercial, and industrial across South Africa.

How it works

From Registration to
Bidding

Step 1

Register to Bid

Submit your bidder registration online or register at the property before the auction, where applicable. You will need to provide your contact details, identity document and proof of address. Once your registration is received, our team will confirm the next steps and assist with any auction-specific requirements.

Step 2

Review the Bidder’s Pack

Every property has a bidder’s pack containing the relevant auction information, terms, property details and sale conditions. Before auction day, you should review the bidder’s pack carefully so that you understand exactly what you are bidding on and what terms apply.

Step 3

Attend the Auction

Attend the auction in person, online or by telephone, depending on the auction format available for that property. You decide what the property is worth to you, set your limit, and bid openly against other registered buyers.

Step 4

When Your Bid Is Accepted

Immediately after the auction, the successful bidder is required to pay the 11.5% bidder’s premium/deposit and sign the sale agreement. Once the offer is accepted by the seller, the transferring attorney then proceeds with the transfer process. If, for any reason, the bid is not accepted, the bidder’s premium/deposit will be refunded in full within 24 hours.

- How It Works

Just two documents to get started.

For most buyers, that’s all we need to register you. Bidding on behalf of a company, trust, or another person? See the additional documents below.

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01 | Copy of your ID or passport

A clear copy of the bio page. Either the South African ID book, smart card, or passport.

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02 | Proof of address

A utility bill, municipal account, or bank statement — less than three months old.

Bidding on behalf of someone else?

If you're bidding for a company, trust, close corporation, or another person, you'll also need to provide:

- Entity documents — CK1/CM1, CIPC registration, or Letters of Authority
- A signed resolution authorising you to bid and sign
- FICA documents for each director, trustee, or member
- A Power of Attorney if bidding on behalf of an individual

Foreign buyers — please get in touch before registering so we can talk you through the additional SARB requirements.

Registration Fees and Deposits

Auction Central operates at measurable scale across property auctions in South Africa, delivering structured residential, commercial and industrial auction campaigns.

On-Site and Venue Auctions

Registration for on-site and venue auctions is generally free, unless otherwise stated in the bidder’s pack.

Online and Telephone Bidding

Online or telephone bidding may require a refundable registration fee of R 10 000. This will be confirmed before the auction and set out in the relevant auction terms.

Successful Bidder

When your bid is successful and accepted by the seller, you will be required to sign the auction sale agreement and pay the required deposit / buyer’s premium in accordance with the auction terms.

The successful bidder pays a 10% buyer’s premium plus VAT, equal to 11.5% of the accepted bid price, unless otherwise stated in the bidder’s pack.

Every auction may have its own specific terms, so buyers should always read the bidder’s pack before bidding.

Why Buyers Choose Auction Central

Transparent Bidding. Clear Terms. A Cleaner Transfer Process.

Buyers come to auction for opportunity, speed and clarity. With Auction Central, every property is supported by a bidder’s pack, clear auction terms and a defined registration process, so you can understand the property before you bid and make your decision with confidence.

Bid at Your Price

Auction gives you the opportunity to decide what the property is worth to you. You are not forced into unclear negotiations or hidden counteroffers. You bid openly, you know where you stand, and you choose how far you are prepared to go.

Outstanding Rates, Taxes and Levies Are Addressed

As part of our standard process, outstanding rates, taxes, levies and municipal accounts are addressed prior to transfer by the transferring attorney, unless otherwise stated in the bidder’s pack. This means the buyer receives transfer of the property without historic municipal or levy accounts following them after registration.

Compliance Certificates Are for the Seller’s Account

Each property includes the required electrical compliance certificate, and where applicable, a gas compliance certificate. These certificates are arranged for the seller’s account, unless the bidder’s pack states otherwise.

Vacant Occupation Where Applicable

Where a property is not tenanted, it is generally sold with vacant occupation. This gives buyers a cleaner transfer process and reduces the risk of having to deal with eviction-related issues after purchase.

Any Exceptions Are Disclosed Upfront

Every auction is governed by its own terms and bidder’s pack. If a property is tenanted, if occupation differs, or if any special conditions apply, those details are disclosed in the bidder’s pack before auction day.

What You Need to Pre-Register

• A copy of your ID document or passport • Proof of address dated within the last three months • Your contact details • The property or auction you are registering for • Any additional documents required for company, trust or representative bidding

If you are bidding on behalf of a company, trust, close corporation or another person, additional FICA and authority documents may be required.

- The Fee Structure

Most auctions are free to register for.

Our on-site and venue auctions cost nothing to register. A small refundable fee applies only if you’re bidding online.

What You Need to Register

To register as a bidder, you will generally need:

• A copy of your ID document or passport
• Proof of address dated within the last three months
• Your contact details
• The property or auction you are registering for
• Any additional documents required for company, trust or representative bidding

If you are bidding on behalf of a company, trust, close corporation or another person, additional FICA and authority documents may be required.

Registration Fees and Deposits

On-Site and Venue Auctions
Registration for on-site and venue auctions is generally free, unless otherwise stated in the bidder’s pack.

Online and Telephone Bidding
Online or telephone bidding may require a refundable registration fee of R10 000.00. This will be confirmed before the auction and will be set out in the relevant auction terms.

Successful Bidder
Pay the required deposit / buyer’s premium of 11.5% of the bid price - payable in accordance with the auction terms. And sign the auction sales agreement

Bidder Registration Form

Five Minutes, Two Documents, and You’re Done.

Complete the form below to register or pre-register for an Auction Central property auction. Fill in your details, upload your ID and proof of address, and accept the auction terms. Our team will contact you to confirm the auction you are registering for.

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Your Identification Details

Upload your Documents

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Terms & Conditions
ID, proof of address (less than 3 months old), CK1/CM1, company resolution and letter of authority is required on registration. A registration fee of R10 000.00 is payable for online bidding, once registered you will receive an invoice. This fee is refundable should you not be the successful bidder. No registration fee is applicable on auctions that take place at the properties (On site auctions) This serves to confirm that both the offeror and offeree acknowledge that Auction Central is the effective cause of the introduction to this property. This document it to be signed by all parties who intend to bid at the auction. If you are bidding on behalf of another person or a company or a trust – please provide proof of your authorization to do so when registering. A 10% bidder’s premium and VAT thereon is payable on the fall of the hammer. If you succeed in the bidding and sign the Sales Agreement in a representative capability, you waiver the legal exceptions of excursion and division and acknowledge that you shall be deemed to have bound yourself as surety for and co-principle debtor in solidum with the third party whom you represent for the due and punctual payment and performance of all obligations of that third party. Please be sure to read the conditions of sale thoroughly before you sign this document. In completing this form, you are accepting the Terms and Conditions laid out in the Sales Agreement, the rules of auction and any other specific terms conveyed by the auctioneer. A Deposit of 11.5% is payable upon signing of the Sales Agreement. Should your bid be declined, your deposit will be refunded in full. Please note that your details will be added to our database so we can provide you with details for upcoming auctions and industry news.
Common questions

Buyer Questions

Can I register at the property on auction day?
Yes. For on-site auctions, buyers can usually register at the property before the auction starts. Pre-registration is still recommended because it saves time and allows our team to check your documents in advance.
For most individual buyers, we need a copy of your ID document or passport and proof of address dated within the last three months. Additional documents may be required if you are bidding for a company, trust, close corporation or another person.
On-site and venue auctions are generally free to register for. Online and telephone bidding may require a refundable registration fee, which will be confirmed before the auction.
As part of Auction Central’s standard process, outstanding rates, taxes, levies and municipal accounts are addressed prior to transfer by the transferring attorney, unless the bidder’s pack states otherwise.
The required electrical compliance certificate, and gas compliance certificate where applicable, are arranged for the seller’s account unless otherwise stated in the bidder’s pack.
If the property is not tenanted, it is generally sold with vacant occupation. If the property is tenanted, occupied or subject to any special occupation terms, this will be disclosed in the bidder’s pack.
Every property has its own bidder’s pack. If any standard term differs, it will be disclosed in the bidder’s pack before auction day.
When your bid is successful and accepted by the seller, the sale proceeds according to the auction terms. The required deposit and buyer’s premium are paid, and the transferring attorney begins the transfer process.
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Bid at Your Price. Buy With Confidence.