Phone verification not needed anymore?

[LoopHole]

Yesterday my top stealth account was suspended. Decided to make a new one today. When registering for eb*y i filled out all the info. Clicked next and i registered. There was nothing sent to my phone nor did i receive a phone call to confirm. I remember with my last 2 stealth accounts i had to answer my phone and complete the verification process. How come i didnt have to do it this time?

[BiN4RY]

There has been some changes to eBay recently. Although I am unsure about phone verification, but they may raised up some freedom by ask you to verify your phone number upon selling like other countries.

[besttimedeals]

You only get it you list your first item or sign up for a seller account.

[ShadyOne]

Yes. These type of verification steps apply when opening sellers accounts and not buyers.