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 Civic Office.
• To trade on Ross Beach, complete the Casual Trading License application and apply to the Ballina Area office.