When an annual or special market is organized, a so-called authorization from the competent authority is required if the organizers are seeking so-called market privileges for that event.

Examples of market privileges:

• Exemption from restrictions on store opening hours
• Exemption from the provisions of the Trade Regulation Act regarding stationary and itinerant trades
• Relaxation of working hour regulations, particularly on Sundays and holidays
• Certain exemptions from youth labor protection laws

For more information on the topic of “Events,” see the following services:

• Organizing a trade fair, an exhibition, or a large-scale market
• Organizing a weekly market

• Self-disclosure regarding any ongoing investigations, tax liabilities, fines, and list of exhibitors
• Application for Assessment
• Site plan showing existing buildings, booths, and visitor parking options
• Certificate of Good Conduct "Document Type 0"
• Information from the Central Trade Register "Document Type 9"
• Certificate of tax compliance from the tax office
• For associations:
  • Extract from the register of associations and articles of incorporation
• For legal entities:
  • Extract from the Commercial Register
  • Articles of Association