Apply using Open Markets London
Use the information on this page to to register to trade at The Blue Market with Open Markets London app and apply. We put a practical PDF, just scroll down the page to read it online or download it to your computer, mobile or tablet. (On mobiles, it may only show the link to the PDF)
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Registering with The Blue Market in Open Markets London only allows applicant to trade in our market and not any other market within Southwark. If you’d like to trade in other markets in Southwark, please visit Southwark website.
How to register in Open Markets London
Click on the link and follow instructions. Once you have uploaded the document during the sign up process, proceed to choose The Blue Market from their Market Directory (Southwark authority). Choose The Blue Market to submit your application so we can check your profile and documents.
For enquiries about Open Markets London apps and technical issues, please visit
Open Markets London, registering with other markets
You can use Open Markets London to register in other markets within their platform. Requirements and procedures may differ from the ones used for registering with The Blue Market.
Submitting documents, good to know!
Photo and photo ID
- When taking a photo, use a blank background and ensure the room is bright
- We only accept valid photo IDs, passport and driving licence preferred
Proof of address
- Documents we accept: Utility bills, bank statement, council tax
- Utilities bills must be less than 3 months old. You may be asked to submit further evidence if they are older
- If submitting financial information, you may want to blank out any data except your name and address
- When registering as sole trader, all documents must be on “your name” or “your name t/a your business name”.
Food traders
- You must be registered as food business with a local authority.
- The trader and any assistants must have a valid Food Hygiene Level 2. If it’s expiring soon or it’s more than 3 years old, you may need to submit an update one.
- If you have Food Rating for your business, please submit that
- If you use gas, upload the Gas Certificate
- Your electrical equipment must be safe to use
Assistants
- Assistants must submit the same documents as the main trader for ID and proof of address and be included on the insurance