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What law and currency should an offshore subcontractor accept?

Agency abroad wants its home courts and local currency? Ask for a neutral law, USD invoicing, online arbitration and sender-paid fees.

The risky clause

Agreement is governed by the law of the Agency's home state, and payments are made in Agency's local currency at its chosen rate.

Why it is dangerous

Currency and venue risk can erase your margin. Ask for invoices in a stable currency, a stated exchange rate source and neutral dispute resolution, such as online arbitration. This is general information, not legal advice.

Safer clause to propose

Invoices are issued in [USD] and paid without set-off. Disputes are resolved by online arbitration in English. Transfer charges are borne by the payer.

Message to send

Hi [Agency],

Could we invoice in USD and use online arbitration for disputes, with transfer charges paid by the sender? Thanks, [Your Name]

Frequently asked questions

Why does currency matter?

Exchange rate changes can reduce or increase your real income.

What is a neutral venue?

A place or online process that is not the home court of either party.

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