Step by step

Apply to become an approved vendor at the Alemany Flea Market

Register to become an approved vendor.

At the Alemany Flea Market, you can sell antiques, vintage goods, handmade crafts and collectables. Follow the process below to become a vendor. 

 

1

Check the list of what you’re allowed to sell

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2

Make sure you have a valid ID

Cost:

Varies

Time:

3 to 4 weeks after applying

You need to have one of the following:

  • California driver’s license
  • California Identification Card
  • Other government ID

Get a California ID

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and

Get a California Seller’s Permit

Cost:

Free.

If you don’t already have a California seller’s permit, you need one. 

  • You can sell twice in a calendar year without a seller's permit 

Apply for a seller's permit

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3

Read the rules

Cost:

Free.

Before you can become a vendor, you need to review the market rules. 

Read the Alemany Flea Market Rules and Regulations

 

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4

Register A Business in San Francisco

If applicable based on the information in the Permission to Sell section of the Alemany Flea Market Rules and Regulations, register your business in San Francisco. 

San Francisco Business Registration

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5

Fill out the 2 forms

Print, fill out, and sign these forms:

Note that you'll need to list all the goods you plan to sell on the vendor application. 

 

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6

Submit your application

Cost:

Free.

Your application has to include:

  • A copy of your legal ID
  • A copy of your California seller’s permit
  • The 2 forms above
  • Sample pictures of items that will be sold 

Please scan and email your application to alemany.market@sfgov.org

 

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7

Prepare to sell goods at the Farmers Market

Once you’re approved to sell, you can start planning for market day. 

Sell goods at the Alemany Flea Market 

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or

Appeal our decision if you’re not approved

Optional step

If we didn't accept your application, you can ask us to reconsider.

Appeal an Alemany Flea Market vendor decision 

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Last updated December 5, 2024

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