ICC Model Contract International Franchising

No. E839E

ISBN : 978-92-842-0685-8

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