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Apply for a market stall

Allocation of a stall at a weekly or Christmas market by the Public Order Office or the market administration.

Processing: approx. 3 weeks
Online application possibleSuccess rate: 70.0 %

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Submit an application to the Market Administration/Public Order Office

    Including details about the product range and the required booth space.

  2. 2

    Assignment of a booth

    Subject to availability and industry mix.

  3. 3

    Payment of the booth fee

    Depending on the size of the booth and the market days.

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

Fees

Varies by case

Processing time

approx. 3 weeks

Official: max. approx. 1 months

Online application

Online possible – at the responsible authority

Common mistakes

  • Travel business license or business registration not provided
  • Application submitted shortly before the desired market date

Common reasons for rejection

  • No available spaces
  • Product range does not align with market regulations (mix of industries)

You can usually file an objection against a rejection.

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Business owners and market vendors who wish to operate a sales stand at a municipal market.

Income limit

The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. approx. 3 weeks

Success rate

approx. 70.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Travel business license or business registration not provided
  • Application submitted shortly before the desired market date

Common reasons for rejection

  • No available spaces
  • Product range does not align with market regulations (mix of industries)

Alternatives

  • Check related services in the application assistant
  • Use social counselling before applying

If rejected

File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.

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