Casual Trading
How can I trade?
Businesses and individuals are allowed to sell goods in designated areas in Mayo, provided they have a Casual Trading licence issued by Mayo County Council.
There are also a number of Market days around Mayo. Contact the Market organisers directly to participate in these sales.
Note: Westport Town Council requires a licence for any casual trading within the town.
If you wish to prepare or serve food please contact the HSE as they may have additional requirements.
Persons caught trading without a licence can be prosecuted by an authorised officer of Mayo County Council as well as by the Gardai.
How To Apply
Casual Trading bye-laws vary in different parts of Mayo:
- To trade in Ballina, Castlebar or Westport, contact the appropriate Town Council.
- To trade in Claremorris, complete the Casual Trading License application and apply to the Claremorris Area Office. Note: Persons wishing to sell in Claremorris should familiarise themselves with the Casual Trading Bye-Laws for Claremorris.
- To trade in Achill or beaches near Belmullet, complete the Casual Trading License application and apply to the Belmullet Area Office.
- To trade on beaches near Westport or Louisburgh, complete the Casual Trading License application and apply to the Westport Area Office.
- To trade on Ross Beach, complete the Casual Trading License application and apply to the Ballina Area office.