ICC Model International Franchising Contract

To take into account latest developments across the world, ICC’s experts have now updated the successful ICC Model International Franchising Contract.

Simple, user-friendly, flexible

International direct franchises are a rapidly expanding business instrument and make a considerable contribution to growth in various industry sectors. A lack of uniform international rules complicates matters though. The ICC Model International Franchising Contract responded to a growing need for a simple and user-friendly model contract that reflects the diversity of franchising contracts.

Explanations and Commentary for an even more efficient use

This update includes a significantly expanded introduction. It provides valuable information for users on issues such as anti-trust rules and questions of laws applicable to franchises. A helpful commentary offers alternative drafting solutions adapted to more specific needs and identifies potential pitfalls.

Details: 

Table of contents:

• Foreword
• Introduction
• 1.    Article 1: Definitions
• 2.    Article 2: Good faith and fair dealing
• 3.    Article 3: Grant of the franchise
• 4.    Article 4: Scope of the agreement – main obligations of the parties
• 5.    Article 5: Legal status of the Franchisee
• 6.    Article 6: Premises
• 7.    Article 7: Territorial exclusivity
• 8.    Article 8: Use of the Internet
• 9.    Article 9: Non-competition obligation
• 10.  Article 10: Provision of Know-how
• 11.  Article 11: Manual 29
• 12.  Article 12: Changes to the System
• 13.  Article 13: Training of the Franchisee
• 14.  Article 14: Assistance of the Franchisee
• 15.  Article 15: Operation of the Business
• 16.  Article 16: Advertising
• 17.  Article 17: Obligation of confidentiality
• 18.  Article 18: Obligation to maintain an insurance policy
• 19.  Article 19: Franchisor’s representations and obligations regarding IP Rights
• 20.  Article 20: Franchisee’s representations and obligations regarding IP Rights
• 21.  Article 21: Franchisor’s obligations regarding the supply of the Products
• 22.  Article 22: Franchisee’s obligations regarding the resale of the Products
• 23.  Article 23: Fees
• 24.  Article 24: Terms of payment and security
• 25.  Article 25: Term and renewal
• 26.  Article 26: Grounds for immediate termination
• 27.  Article 27: Effects/obligations upon termination
• 28.  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
• 31.  Article 31: Applicable law
• 32.  Article 32: Resolution of disputes
• 33.  Article 33: Final clauses
• Annex 1: IP Rights
• Annex 2: Premises
• Annex 3: Products
• Annex 4: Territory
• Annex 5: Initial Training
• Annex 6: Index
• Annex 7: General conditions of sale
• Annex 8: Summary of the Manual
• Annex 9: Minimum sales requirements
• Appendix I: ICC Force Majeure Clause 2003
• Appendix II:Unidroit Principles 2004