Google Cloud Free Trial – OR_BACR2_59 Billing Setup Error Across Multiple Accounts

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I’m trying to activate the Google Cloud $300 free trial, but I keep getting the following error during step 2 of the billing setup:

“Unable to complete billing setup. OR_BACR2_59”

I’ve tried multiple Google accounts, different payment methods (including credit cards and Pix in Brazil), and different billing profiles. The exact same error keeps appearing.

After searching the Google forums, I noticed several other users reporting the same issue throughout September and October 2026, including reports from different countries.

This makes me wonder whether there’s an ongoing issue with Google Cloud’s billing verification or account creation system.

I’m not trying to bypass any verification requirements. I simply want to activate an eligible free trial and use Google Cloud services for development and testing.

Could someone from the Google Cloud team clarify:

  1. Is OR_BACR2_59 a known ongoing issue?

  2. Is there an official fix or workaround?

  3. Is there an estimated timeline for resolution?

  4. How can affected users request a manual review of their billing setup?

It’s frustrating to be unable to complete registration despite trying legitimate payment methods.

Any official clarification would be greatly appreciated.