Franchise Agreement
Franchise and brand licensing for domestic and foreign franchisors
- 1ModelFees, territory and standards defined.
- 2DraftAgreement and licence prepared.
- 3LaunchExecuted and stamped.
Share your details. We’ll reply on WhatsApp with the next steps and a checklist.
Pick a plan — the fee is adjusted if you hire us within 30 days.
About Franchise Agreement
A clear overview, in simple terms — what it is, why it matters, and how we handle it.
India has no franchise-specific law, so franchising runs on contract, trademark and tax law. A franchise agreement covers the franchise fee and royalty, territory, brand and operating standards, training, supply obligations, audit rights and exit. Franchise fees and royalties attract 18% GST, the franchisee deducts TDS on royalty, and payments to a foreign franchisor are permitted under FEMA, with withholding tax at the Act or treaty rate.
Because there is no disclosure law, franchisees rely on the agreement for protection, and franchisors rely on it for brand control. We balance both depending on which side you're on.
The trademark should be registered in India before franchising, and the licence terms aligned with the trademark registration's classes.
| Law | Contract Act, Trade Marks Act, Competition Act |
|---|---|
| GST | 18% on franchise fees and royalty |
| TDS on royalty (resident) | 10% (2% for certain cases) |
| Foreign franchisor | Royalty remittance permitted; withholding at Act or treaty rate |
Who this is for
Common scenarios where this service is a good fit.
- Brands expanding through franchisees
- Investors buying a franchise
- Foreign brands entering India
What you get
Clear deliverables so you know exactly what's included.
- Franchise agreement
- Trademark licence
- Tax and FEMA review
- Negotiation support
Expert review before every submission — not just data entry.
Working notes and reconciliations you can rely on in future notices.
Resident Indians, NRIs, expats and cross-border businesses — all served.
Documents required
A practical checklist. We'll tell you if anything else is needed based on your case.
* This is a base checklist. After a quick pre-check, we may ask for additional items specific to your case.
Process
A simple, trackable workflow — designed to avoid back-and-forth.
Fees, territory and standards defined.
Agreement and licence prepared.
Executed and stamped.
Get a quote
We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after a quick checklist pre-check.
- Fixed quote on WhatsApp after a short look at your facts and documents.
- Government fees, if any, are paid at actuals and shown separately.
| Factor | DIY | Indus Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Expert review | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notice risk reduction | ❌ | ✅ |
| Deduction optimisation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audit-ready records | ❌ | ✅ |
| AIS/26AS reconciliation | ❌ | ✅ |
Share your facts and deadline. We'll reply with the right checklist and a clear quote.
Fee adjusted against our service fee if you go ahead within 30 days.
- Priority CA Call-backSkip the queue — a CA calls you within 30 minutes.₹255
- RecommendedCA Consultation (30 min)Talk one matter through properly with a CA.₹755
- In-depth CA Review (60 min)Documents reviewed before the call, written action plan after.₹1,155
Call-backs run Mon–Sat, 9 AM–6 PM IST. Booked outside these hours? We call you first thing the next working morning.
Compare the 3 plansFrequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions we get.
Official sources
Indus Tax is a private professional services firm and is not affiliated with any government authority. Rules and fees change — we confirm current positions before filing.
