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Is it illegal to sell food without a license in the UK?

Posted by Damian Roberti on August 24, 2025

Is It Illegal to Sell Food Without a License in the UK? If you’re thinking about selling food in the UK — whether from home, online, a market stall, or a café — one of the first questions you might have is: “Do I need a license to sell food?” The short answer is yes — in most cases it’s illegal to sell food without registering your food business. Let’s break it down. Do You Need a Food Business License in the UK? Technically, most food sellers in the UK don’t need a “license” but they must register as...