SAARC Arbitration Council

SARCO Schedule of Fee for Arbitration (Effective 1 January 2025)

The Schedule of Fees for Arbitration (“Schedule”), as amended from time to time by SARCO, forms an integral part of the Rules of Procedure for Arbitration (SARCO Arbitration Rules) and apply to all arbitrations commenced after its effective date.

SARCO receives funding from Member States and imposes charges solely to cover service expenses, maintaining transparency, equity, and competitiveness in all fees. This is distinct from other major arbitral institutions and aims to be economical.

Our pricing model incorporates fixed charges along with arbitration and administration fees that combines fixed components with percentage-based calculations. All fixed charges are non-refundable to ensure consistency and predictability. For details on arbitration costs, Click here

1. Fixed Fees (Non-refundable)

Registration Fee: $500 per party
Arbitrator Appointment Fee: $500 per arbitrator, applicable in cases falling outside the SARCO Arbitration Rules where SARCO is requested to appoint an arbitrator.

2. Arbitration and Administration Fees: For arbitrations conducted under the SARCO Arbitration Rules, parties pay arbitrator and administrative fees calculated based on the amount in dispute. This fee combines fixed components with percentage-based calculations.

3. Emergency Interim Relief Fees: Applications seeking emergency interim relief under Article 10(A) and Schedule 1 of the SARCO Arbitration Rules require the following fees:

Administration Fee: US$ 2,000 (fixed, non-refundable)
Deposit: US$ 10,000 to cover Emergency Arbitrator’s fees and expenses, unless SARCO decides otherwise.
Emergency Arbitrator’s Fee: US$ 5,000 to cover charges and expenses, unless SARCO decides otherwise. This deposit is non-refundable if SARCO appoints an Emergency Arbitrator.

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4. Other Fees and Charges

Fees are invoiced in US dollars but may be paid in other convertible currencies at prevailing exchange rates.
Payments are generally made from advance payments for costs. If funds available are insufficient, invoices will be submitted directly to the parties.
Bank charges incurred during fund transfers are borne exclusively by the transferring party.
Any disputes regarding fees and charges shall be determined by SARCO.
Fees and charges may be subject to applicable taxes at the prevailing rate.