Secure payment
Supervised and secure transactions for your auction purchases
Accepted payment methods
We offer several payment options to settle your auction purchases with ease.
Bank transfer
Preferred method for large amounts. Bank details are provided on your invoice after the sale.
Credit/debit card
Pay by CB, Visa or Mastercard. Fast and secure payment for immediate lot collection.
Bank cheque
Accepted for high amounts. A bank cheque provides payment guarantee for both parties.
Cash
Accepted within the legal limit of 1,000 euros. Beyond this amount, another payment method will be required.
How it works
From the fall of the hammer to the collection of your lot, a clear and transparent process.
Lot awarded
The auctioneer awards the lot to you. The lot is assigned to you at the price of the last bid.
Invoice received
You receive a detailed invoice including the hammer price, buyer's fees and applicable VAT.
Payment within 7 days
Settle your invoice within 7 days of the sale using your preferred payment method.
Collection or delivery
Once payment has been received, you can collect your lot on-site or opt for home delivery.
Buyer's fees
In addition to the hammer price, buyer's fees apply. These fees cover the organisation of the sale, administrative management and guarantees provided by the auction house.
- Buyer's premium: percentage added to the hammer price
- Rate clearly stated in the conditions of each sale
- Applicable VAT depending on the sale regime (standard or margin scheme)
- No hidden fees: everything is detailed on your invoice
Calculation example
Hammer price: 500 €
Buyer's fees (25%): 125 €
Total to pay: 625 €
Rate given for indicative purposes. Please refer to the conditions of each sale.
Transaction security
Your payments are governed by the regulations for public auctions, ensuring maximum security.
Licensed Auctioneer
All our sales are conducted by a licensed auctioneer, guaranteeing the regularity of operations.
Escrow of funds
Legal obligation to hold funds in escrow: your funds are protected in a dedicated account until the transaction is finalised.
Detailed invoices
Each purchase comes with a detailed and compliant invoice listing all applied fees.
Conseil des Ventes
WGA SAS is regulated by the Conseil des Ventes Volontaires, the supervisory authority for auction operators.
Frequently asked questions — Payment
Questions about payment?
Our team is at your disposal to assist you with settling your purchases.