Card readers and payment systems for market stalls

Q: Can I accept card payments on the go?

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Q: How can I keep track of payments and invoices?

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Q: What happens if my business is closed for a few days?

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Q: How long does it take for the money to appear in my account?

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Looking for a smarter way to accept payments? With SumUp, market stall workers can effortlessly handle transactions on the go. Discover flexible, reliable tools that make accepting payments a breeze, wherever your work takes you.

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SumUp provides customised payment solutions for your market stall. Whether you need a simple method to accept payments via your smartphone or prefer state-of-the-art card readers or point-of-sale systems, we're here to help.

Why SumUp offers the perfect payment tools for market stalls

Reduce queues with fast payments

Easily accept contactless payments with just your smartphone using Tap to Pay, or grab one of our portable card readers to handle all types of payments. That way, you can keep those lines moving swiftly.

Card readers that last

Our card readers are built to handle heavy use while remaining lightweight and tough, making them perfect for bustling market stalls.

Never miss a payment

No wallet? No worries. Our card readers accommodate both contactless and chip & PIN payments, allowing customers to pay with a watch, smartphone, or physical card. For venues with unreliable WiFi, our Solo card reader features a built-in SIM card with unlimited data.

Trusted tools for market stalls

Keep your queue moving and boost your sales with our payment solutions, perfect for lively market stalls.

Get paid on your phone

Tap to Pay

Tap to Pay lets you accept contactless payments directly on your smartphone—no extra hardware is needed and you can start taking payments straight away.

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Accept all card payments

Solo

A portable and advanced card reader with a touchscreen interface, built-in SIM card, and charging station. View your sales history, offer tipping options, and more.

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Accept all card payments

Solo Lite

This simple and durable card reader is the perfect companion for those needing portability and maximum battery performance. Get paid anywhere, all day long, on a single charge.

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Manage your money

Business Account

Manage your money with a free UK business account that includes a free Mastercard, instant bank transfers, and expense management—all with zero monthly fees.

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Sell anything online

Online Store

Take your business further with an online store. Create a website in minutes with storefront templates, then add your items and start selling.

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Pricing that’s fair & flexible

Our pricing is designed to work for you. Choose to pay-as-you-go or opt for our money-saving plan. Plus, if you make £60,000 a year, contact our Sales team for a tailored deal.

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No nasty surprises

We'll never charge you admin costs or annual renewal fees. And, there's no minimum amount you need to process each month.

Enjoy transaction fees from as low as

0.99%

Speedy payouts

Access your earnings in your account the very next day, as early as 7am. No more waiting around to receive your hard-earned money.

Meet other market stalls who get paid on the go with SumUp

"Everything is about cash flow - with SumUp, we get our money quickly. Taking payments with my phone makes it a lot easier."

Gus, Broadway Churro Club, London

"As a small merchant, being able to access my earnings so quickly is invaluable."

Kachun, Bao Gao Club, Berlin

Ready to get paid fast and easily?

Join thousands of market stalls that rely on SumUp to keep payments effortless, fast, and flexible. Sign up now and start taking control of your business finances today.

FAQs

Looking for answers? Here are some of the most common questions asked by market stall businesses like yours.

Can I accept card payments on the go?

Yes, you can. SumUp's portable card readers and Tap to Pay allow you to take payments anywhere, without needing bulky hardware.

What payment methods can my business accept with SumUp?

With SumUp, you can accept all major debit and credit cards, as well as contactless payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay.

You can find a full list of accepted payment methods here:

Visa
V Pay
Mastercard
Maestro
American Express
Discover
Diners Club
Union Pay
Google Pay
Apple Pay

How can I keep track of payments and invoices?

With SumUp’s central dashboard, you can monitor all your transactions — whether it's a card payment at the counter or an invoice for a private event. Everything is stored in one place, which is a huge advantage when managing payment processing for restaurants.

What happens if my business is closed for a few days?

If you opt for SumUp’s pay-as-you-go, you will incur no monthly charges and you will pay a standard 1.69% for card reader payments. So if your business is closed, you won’t incur any fees.

Alternatively, businesses can save money by opting to use our payments plan, Payments Plus.

How long does it take for the money to appear in my account?

Your money will appear in your free Business Account the next day at 7am – even on weekends and bank holidays. You can then spend or withdraw your money using your complementary Mastercard. If you prefer, you can opt to receive payouts directly to any other bank account, with funds arriving within 1-2 business days.

Card readers and payment systems for market stalls

SumUp provides customised payment solutions for your market stall. Whether you need a simple method to accept payments via your smartphone or prefer state-of-the-art card readers or point-of-sale systems, we're here to help.