New Hampshire Non-Compete Agreement Template
Reviewed by the Agiled editorial teamUpdated June 2026
Non-compete law is the most state-divergent area in employment contracting — four states ban these agreements outright, a dozen more impose salary floors or notice rules, and the rest apply judge-made reasonableness tests that differ in temperament. This page covers what New Hampshire requires; the download is our standard non-compete template, to be scoped to New Hampshire's rules below.
New Hampshire non-compete rules at a glance
| Enforceability | Enforceable above the wage floor with pre-offer disclosure (RSA 275:70, 70-a). |
|---|---|
| Protected workers / thresholds | Void for low-wage workers (≤200% of federal hourly minimum) |
| Required formalities | Copy of the agreement must be provided before acceptance of the offer |
| Overbroad agreements | Reasonableness review; agreements sprung after acceptance unenforceable |
State laws change frequently and this summary is not legal advice. Verify current rules against the state statute or with a licensed attorney before relying on them.
How New Hampshire handles non-compete agreements
New Hampshire's pre-offer disclosure rule means the non-compete must be on the table during negotiation, not in the day-one paperwork stack — timing alone decides enforceability. The practical drafting rule for New Hampshire: enforceable above the wage floor with pre-offer disclosure (RSA 275:70, 70-a).. Before using this template, confirm the current statute — non-compete law has changed in more than a dozen states since 2020, and the FTC's federal ban attempt keeps the area moving.
New Hampshire non-compete agreement FAQs
Are non-compete agreements enforceable in New Hampshire?
Enforceable above the wage floor with pre-offer disclosure (RSA 275:70, 70-a). Coverage limits matter here: void for low-wage workers (≤200% of federal hourly minimum).
What happens to an overbroad non-compete in New Hampshire?
Reasonableness review; agreements sprung after acceptance unenforceable Draft to the narrowest restriction that protects the actual business interest — the safety net (or lack of one) above is what you're betting on.
What formalities does a New Hampshire non-compete require?
Copy of the agreement must be provided before acceptance of the offer Procedural failures are now the most common way non-competes die — more common than substantive overbreadth in states with notice rules.
Does the FTC non-compete ban apply in New Hampshire?
The FTC's 2024 rule banning most non-competes was set aside by a federal court before taking effect and remains in litigation, so it is not currently in force in New Hampshire or any state. State law controls — which is why the state-specific rules above are the ones to draft around.
The full non-compete agreement guide
Clause-by-clause guidance, common mistakes, and the complete template text live on the main page: Non-Compete Agreement Template — full guide and download.