COVID-19 Procedures: All business with the Commission should be through electronic filing systems, email, or by telephone. For public health safety, in-person visits to SCC offices are suspended. Filings or other deliveries are permitted by drop off at main entrance. On-site staff is minimal and processing of such deliveries may be delayed.
Franchise Registration
SCC Ex Parte: Extension of Franchise Renewal Deadlines
SEC-2020-00017 - Order Extending Franchise Renewal Deadlines
The Virginia Retail Franchising Act governs the offer and sale of franchises in Virginia. The goal of the Virginia Retail Franchising Act is to provide presale disclosure and other protections for prospective franchisees.
All franchises offered or sold in Virginia must either be registered or exempt from registration. (§ 13.1-560)
Franchise Registration Instructions
Exemption from Franchise Registration
Certain exemptions from franchise registration are available. The exemptions are based on the experience and financial condition of the franchisor, or the characteristics of the offer or grant of the franchise. To rely on an exemption, the franchisor may need to make a filing with the Division before offering or selling a franchise.
Exemptions from franchise registration, and filing requirements necessary to claim an exemption, are contained in 21 VAC 5-110-75