Who bears the transportation, board, and lodging expenses for Afuri Ramen Dumpling training?

According to the 2024 Afuri Ramen Dumpling Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for covering the transportation, meals, and lodging costs incurred by Afuri Ramen Dumpling's training personnel during additional training. These expenses are in addition to the training fees outlined in Appendix B of the franchise agreement.

This means that beyond the initial franchise fee, which includes the cost of the initial training program, franchisees must also budget for the out-of-pocket expenses of the franchisor's personnel during any additional training. These costs can include transportation, food, and accommodation for the trainers.

Afuri Ramen Dumpling requires the franchisee to either reimburse these costs or pay them in advance, as determined by the franchisor. This could create some uncertainty for the franchisee, as the total cost of training may fluctuate depending on the extent and location of the additional training required. It is important for prospective franchisees to clarify the scope and potential costs of additional training with Afuri Ramen Dumpling to accurately estimate their initial investment and ongoing expenses.