German Commercial Agent Agreement (Handelsvertretervertrag)

German Commercial Agent Agreement Template

A German commercial agent agreement (Handelsvertretervertrag) is a legally binding contract between a principal (company) and a commercial agent who represents the company's interests in selling products or services. Under German Commercial Code (HGB §§ 84-92c), commercial agents have specific rights and protections that must be addressed in any agreement.

This comprehensive template helps businesses establish clear commercial agent relationships in Germany while ensuring compliance with German commercial law. Whether you're a German company expanding your sales network or an international business entering the German market, this form guides you through all essential contract elements.

What makes this template essential for German business

The Handelsvertretervertrag is governed by strict German regulations that protect commercial agents, including mandatory compensation rights upon termination (Ausgleichsanspruch). Unlike simple referral arrangements, commercial agents act as independent intermediaries who continuously promote business on behalf of the principal. This template addresses:

• Commission structures with clear calculation methods and payment terms
• Territory definitions including exclusivity clauses and geographic boundaries
• Termination compensation calculations as required under HGB § 89b
• Non-compete clauses (Wettbewerbsverbot) with appropriate compensation
• Reporting obligations and performance metrics
• Contract duration and notice periods

Streamline your German commercial relationships

Creating compliant commercial agent agreements traditionally requires expensive legal counsel and multiple revisions. With Paperform, you can collect all necessary information from both parties through a professional, branded form that ensures no critical details are missed.

The form captures everything from basic party information to complex commission tiers, then automatically generates a structured submission you can transform into a formal contract. Use conditional logic to show relevant sections based on agreement type, territory scope, or commission model.

Automate your contract workflow

Connect this template to your business workflow using Stepper to automatically:

• Generate PDF agreements from submissions
• Send contracts for eSignature via Papersign with legally binding signatures
• Store signed agreements in your document management system
• Notify legal and finance teams for review and approval
• Update your CRM with agent details and territory assignments
• Schedule commission payment reminders

This template is ideal for German businesses, international companies with German operations, legal firms, HR departments, and sales organizations establishing commercial agent networks. It ensures your agreements meet German Commercial Code requirements while maintaining professional standards throughout the contracting process.