ICC Model Contract International Franchising

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)

Table of contents

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