Why Verification Matters

To get paid through Junkyard Surf, sellers must complete Stripe’s KYC verification. This is standard for marketplaces and ensures a safe, trusted community for all surfers and shops.

Why Verification is Required

To keep Junkyard Surf safe for both shops and surfers, all sellers must complete Stripe’s Know Your Customer (KYC) verification. This process confirms your identity and payout details, helping prevent fraud and ensuring that buyers and sellers can trade with confidence.

How to Complete Verification

Getting verified is simple:

  1. Create your first listing on Junkyard Surf — you’ll be prompted to verify your account through Stripe.

    Or, go to the My Junkyard section of the app and start verification anytime.

  2. Follow the secure Stripe link to submit your ID and bank details.

  3. Once verified, you’re ready to receive payouts straight into your account.

Verification Timeline

Most sellers are verified quickly, often within 1–2 business days. For some, especially first-time verifications, Stripe may take up to 14 days to approve. Once verified, your payouts typically arrive in 2–3 business days after a board handover.

What You’ll Need

Have the following details ready before you start:

  • A valid government-issued ID (driver’s licence, passport, etc.)

  • Bank account details for payouts

  • For businesses: ABN and company information if applicable

Your Privacy

All verification is handled directly by Stripe using secure, encrypted systems. Junkyard Surf never sees or stores your ID or bank details. This ensures your information stays private while still protecting buyers and sellers across the marketplace.

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KYC Verification: Quick FAQs

  • Junkyard Surf is a dedicated online marketplace for surfers and business to buy and sell, new and used surfboards with advanced search filters, secure transactions, and a trusted community of surfers.

  • No. You can create and publish listings right away. However, you must complete verification before you can receive offers or payouts.

  • Yes. Shops verify just like individual sellers, but you’ll also need to provide your ABN and business details during the Stripe process.

  • Your boards can still be listed and visible in the app, but buyers won’t be able to make offers until your account is verified. Since Stripe can take up to 14 days for first-time approvals, it’s best to complete verification early to avoid delays.

  • Yes. Verification is processed directly by Stripe using secure encryption. Junkyard Surf never sees or stores your ID or bank details.

  • Check out our full FAQs page or shoot us an email from our contact page — we’re here to help.

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