What is the standard transfer fee for an Aw franchise?
Aw Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TYPE OF FEE1,3 | AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| conference. | conference, and if you fail to do so, the conference fee must still be paid to us. You are responsible for your travel expenses. | ||
| Transfer Fee | $9,000 or $5,000 if the transferee is an existing franchisee approved by us for additional franchises. | Before transfer | Payable when you transfer the franchise, an interest in Papa Ray’s Pizza Restaurant, the assets of Papa Ray’s Pizza Restaurant or an interest in the franchisee; no fee if the transfer is to a corporation owned by you. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 13–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the standard transfer fee is $9,000. However, if the transferee is an existing Aw franchisee who has been approved for additional franchises, the transfer fee is reduced to $5,000. This fee is payable before the transfer takes place.
The transfer fee applies when you transfer the franchise, an interest in Papa Ray’s Pizza Restaurant, the assets of Papa Ray’s Pizza Restaurant, or an interest in the franchisee. This means that any change in ownership or control of the franchise business, whether through a direct sale of the franchise or a transfer of assets, will likely trigger the transfer fee.
Notably, the FDD states that no transfer fee is required if the transfer is to a corporation owned by you. This provides an exception for franchisees who may want to incorporate their business for legal or tax purposes without incurring an additional fee. It is important for prospective franchisees to understand these conditions and plan accordingly if they anticipate transferring their franchise in the future.