Designed by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) for non-specialists who are seeking an adaptable contractual framework, the ICC Model Contract International Franchising covers distribution franchise arrangements.
It helps franchisors and franchisees across a range of industries overcome difficulties caused by the lack of uniform international rules, by providing guidance on anti-trust rules and questions of laws applicable to franchises, among others. A commentary offers alternative drafting solutions adapted to more specific needs and identifies potential pitfalls.
Each ICC Model Contract includes a fully editable version in Microsoft Word, permitting you to easily adapt the contract to your specific case.
This model contract is available in English, contact your local ICC to enquire about a translated version National committees - ICC - International Chamber of Commerce (iccwbo.org)
| Code ISBN : | 978-92-842-0685-8 |
| Number of pages : | 45 |
| Publishing date : | 2024 |
| Language : | English |
| Format in cm : | 19.8*29.4 |
Foreword..... 3
Introduction..... 6
ICC Model Contract | For international, direct/unit, business format franchises..... 13
Preamble..... 13
Article 1 Definitions..... 14
Article 2 Good faith and fair dealing..... 15
Article 3 Grant of the franchise..... 15
Article 4 Scope of the Contract—main obligations of the parties..... 15
Article 5 Legal status of the Franchisee..... 16
Article 6 Premises..... 17
Article 7 Territorial exclusivity..... 18
Article 8 Use of the Internet..... 19
Article 9 Non-competition obligation..... 20
Article 10 Provision of Know-how..... 20
Article 11 Manual..... 20
Article 12 Changes to the System..... 21
Article 13 Training of the Franchisee..... 21
Article 14 Assistance of the Franchisee..... 21
Article 15 Operation of the Business..... 21
Article 16 Advertising..... 22
Article 17 Obligation of confidentiality..... 22
Article 18 Obligation to maintain an insurance policy..... 23
Article 19 Franchisor’s representations and obligations regarding IP Rights..... 24
Article 20 Franchisee’s representations and obligations regarding IP Rights..... 24
Article 21 Franchisor’s obligations regarding the supply of the Products..... 25
Article 22 Franchisee’s obligations regarding the resale of the Products..... 25
Article 23 Fees..... 26
Article 24 Terms of payment and security..... 26
Article 25 Term and renewal..... 27
Article 26 Grounds for immediate termination..... 28
Article 27 Effects/obligations upon termination..... 29
Article 28 No goodwill indemnity..... 29
Article 29 Transfer of the Contract by the Franchisor..... 30
Article 30 Transfer of the Contract by the Franchisee..... 30
Article 31 Applicable law..... 30
Article 32 Resolution of disputes..... 31
Article 33 Final clauses..... 31
Annexes
Annex 1 IP Rights..... 32
Annex 2 2-A: Premises..... 33
Annex 2 2-B: Lease contract..... 34
Annex 3 Products...... 35
Annex 4 Territory..... 36
Annex 5 Initial training..... 37
Annex 6 Index..... 38
Annex 7 General conditions of sale..... 39
Annex 8 Summary of the Manual...... 40
Annex 9 Minimum sales requirements..... 41
Appendices
Appendix I ICC Force Majeure Clause 2020..... 42
Appendix II UNIDROIT Principles 2016..... 43
About the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)..... 44
ICC Publications..... 45