Market operator's licence

If you want to run a private market, including a car boot sale, you need a market operator's licence. You must have a licence before the market takes place.

You do not need a licence if the market is a community event or held for charitable purposes. 

If you already hold a licence, you can also use this service to apply to change the terms of your existing licence.

How to apply

Once you submit your application, we will process it and keep you informed.

What happens after you apply

After we receive your application:

• there is a 28 day objection period
• we send a copy of your application to Police Scotland for comments or objections

If you have not heard from us within 28 days, contact the Licensing and Registration office and we will update you on progress.

Collecting your licence

When your licence is ready, you must bring proof of identification to collect your documents.

If someone else is collecting them for you, they must bring: 

• something in writing from you giving permission 
• their own identification

The signature must match the signature on your application form. We do not accept permission by email.

Licence fee

South Lanarkshire is split into four zones: Clydesdale, East Kilbride, Hamilton, and Rutherglen and Cambuslang. You need a separate licence for each zone.

• One zone £639.54
• All zones (covers all of South Lanarkshire) £973.93

Apply or get help

You can apply online for a new licence or request changes to an existing one.

If you need help with your application or want an update, contact the Licensing and Registration office.