Overview
Franchise, agency and distribution arrangements provide businesses with important routes for entering and expanding in the Saudi market. These arrangements require careful consideration of the applicable Saudi legal and regulatory framework, as well as commercial terms, intellectual property and the allocation of responsibilities between the parties.
We advise franchisors, franchisees, manufacturers, suppliers, agents and distributors on establishing and operating commercial arrangements in Saudi Arabia. Our work covers franchise, commercial agency and distribution structures, regulatory requirements, intellectual property, commercial terms, termination and related disputes.
Our experience includes advising on:
- Franchise agreements and arrangements
- Commercial agency arrangements
- Distribution agreements
- Supply and reseller arrangements
- Saudi regulatory and registration requirements
- Territory and exclusivity provisions
- Intellectual property licensing
- Pricing and commercial terms
- Termination and renewal
- Related disputes
