Key Points for Franchise Discussion
- Franchise Fee & Term
- One-time franchise fee: ₹5,00,000 (valid for 5 years, non-refundable).
- Renewal fee after 5 years: ₹1,00,000.
- Investment Requirement
- Minimum investment: ₹15,00,000 onwards (depends on salon size & location).
- Covers interior design, equipment, furniture, branded décor, consumables kit, and setup as per brand standards.
- Monthly Royalty
- ₹25,000/month, payable by 5th of every month.
- Includes brand usage, backend support, training, and centralized promotions.
- Late fee: ₹1,000/day; 3 months non-payment may lead to termination.
- Royalty increases 5% annually.
- Location & Premises
- Space required: 600–1000 sq. ft. in high-footfall commercial areas.
- Franchisor approves final location and executes complete interiors.
- Operational Guidelines
- Services limited to hair care, skin care, manicure, pedicure (no body spa/massage).
- Consumables & grooming materials must be purchased only from Franchisor.
- Staff must wear approved uniforms; hygiene and professional behavior mandatory.
- Training & Staffing
- Compulsory training for staff before launch (conducted by franchisor).
- Refresher trainings provided; expenses of travel, food & stay for staff borne by franchisee.
- Marketing & Promotions
- Centralized online promotions handled by franchisor.
- Franchisees get ready-made professional content for local ads.
- Independent advertising requires franchisor’s written permission.
- Other Conditions
- Lock-in period: 12 months (franchisee can’t close before that).
- Must sustain at least 24 months financially, even at break-even.
- No other salon brand allowed within 5 km radius.
- Legal & Compliance
- Franchisee must handle licenses, GST, labor compliance, etc.
- Disputes resolved via arbitration in Guwahati.
