Is a Bambu franchisee required to accept credit and debit cards?
Bambu Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee must accept credit and debit cards from customers of its Bambū shoppe for all transactions in any amount.
Franchisee shall use Bambu's designated POS System and credit card merchant service provider.
The Payment Card Industry ("PCI") requires all companies that process, store, or transmit credit or debit card information to protect the cardholders' information by complying with the PCI Data Security Standard ("PCI DSS").
Therefore, Franchisee shall be PCI compliant by following and adhering to then-current PCI DSS, currently found at www.pcisecuritystandards.org, or any similar or subsequent standard for the protection of cardholder data throughout the term of this Agreement.
Franchisee's Bambū shoppe shall be in compliance with PCI DSS at all times.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 52–209)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bambu's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must accept both credit and debit cards for all transactions, regardless of the amount. This requirement ensures convenience for customers and aligns with modern payment preferences.
Bambu mandates that franchisees use its designated Point of Sale (POS) system and credit card merchant service provider. This standardization likely helps maintain consistency across all locations and simplifies transaction processing.
Furthermore, Bambu requires franchisees to comply with the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard (DSS) to protect cardholder information. Franchisees must adhere to the then-current PCI DSS, found at www.pcisecuritystandards.org, or any similar standard throughout the term of the Franchise Agreement. Maintaining PCI compliance is crucial for safeguarding customer data and avoiding potential penalties.