Auction Vehicles in Nigeria

Individuals: As a Public Buyer you can:

• Create Watch Lists, save searches and manage Alerts and Preferences

• View seller information and full VIN numbers

• View every auction and bid on vehicles in auctions that are open to the public

• Upgrade your Public account to a Licensed Business account

Steps to Register for a Public Account:

1. Upload a copy of your passport or a valid Driver’s license. If your ID does not include a residential address, then some other proof of address is also required. Accepted documents include a current utility or phone bill, tax payment receipts, a bank or credit card statement or other official document verifying your name and address.

2. Pay the $200 annual membership fee online by credit card

Licensed Businesses: With a Licensed Business Buyer account you can:

• Create Watch Lists, save searches and manage Alerts and Preferences

• View seller information and full VIN numbers

• View auctions and bid on vehicles where you meet State licensing requirements (this is most vehicles)

• Use the Cost Calculator tool

• Add bidders to your account

• Qualify for State sales tax exemption when signing the appropriate resale certificates.

Steps to Register for a Licensed Business Account:

Automotive-related business owners can register as a Licensed Business.

1. Upload a copy of your passport, Qatari Driving License (front and back), Qatar Residence Permit, travel passport, or a valid an International Driver’s license. If your passport or Driver's License does not include a residential address, then some other proof of address is also required. Accepted documents include a current utility or phone bill, lease/mortgage agreement, or other official document (state or federal office) verifying your name and address. Government documents need to be on government letterhead, bear a seal/stamp or watermark, and be signed by a government official.

   1. Note: If you have an identification card that has an old address on it, or if you have moved to a different address, then Proof of Address is required. The required documents for registration (e.g., business license, tax receipts, etc.) cannot double as Proof of Address documents. 

2. A copy of your business license translated and notarized (must be automotive-related).

3. Commercial Registration Certificate/Trade License. It is issued by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. 

4. A copy of the Articles of Incorporation or the extracts from the Commercial Register Certificate. We need to be able to verify the following in the documents submitted:  

   1. Business Ownership

   2. Business Name

   3. Business Activity

   4. Issue Date

   5. Expiry Date

5. Submit your Routed Export Agreement

6. Resale certificates are recommended

7. Pay the $200 annual membership fee online by credit card.

Visit our Help page for answers to your questions. IAA Customer Support is also available Monday – Friday 6:30am - 7pm (Central Time - CT) and Saturday 8am - 5pm (CT). Contact IAA Buyer Services: Tel: +1.630.686.4097

Additional help is also available from brokers. Brokers are experienced buyers who can help you bid, pay, transport, ship and clear vehicles through customs. Their licenses allow them to purchase in places where you may not be eligible to bid. They operate independently from IAA and have their own terms and conditions so be sure to obtain a clear understanding of those terms before engaging their services. Brokers can be an excellent solution for many local, individual buyers as well as licensed businesses who have bidding restrictions in certain states. 

Payment by wire transfer is the preferred method of payment for buyers outside the U.S. It is a quick, secure and reliable way to transfer money from your bank account to ours. 

Visit the Nigeria Customs website to learn more about the laws and regulation of importing cars into Nigeria.