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What form is required for Best Western membership applications?

Best_Western Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

By submitting this Membership Application ("Application") you (referred to as "Applicant" or "you") are requesting that Best Western International, Inc. ("Best Western") consider your request to affiliate the property identified in this Application ("Property") with the Best Western brand. This Application must be completed in its entirety and all required documents must be provided.

All information must be completed prior to submitting the Application and associated forms. Incomplete information will delay the process for consideration of your Application. Please note, required fields appear in red.

In addition, Best Western requires entity shareholder breakdown to at least a third level, when applicable. Please see the following example:

  • x Prepare the forms and other required submission information:
    • o Print the forms and obtain required signatures. NOTE: Pages 1 14 must be returned.
    • o Obtain required supporting documents as listed on page 13.
    • o Obtain all other items outlined in the correspondence you received with these forms.
    • o Include the $4,000 nonrefundable evaluation fee with your submission.
    • o Submit all information via express mail to the Property Transition Representative listed in the correspondence you received with these forms. Sending all information via express mail is recommended as we cannot begin to process your Application until all required materials have been received. NOTE: To further expedite the process, before mailing any items, it is also recommended that the items be sent via fax (602-957-5575) to the Property Transition Representative, along with the express mail tracking information.

Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 108–413)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Best Western's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a Membership Application is required. The application must be completed in its entirety, and all required documents must be provided. Incomplete information will delay the process. Required fields appear in red on the form.

Best Western also requires a breakdown of entity shareholders to at least a third level, when applicable. Once the forms are completed, they must be printed to obtain the required signatures. Pages 1-14 must be returned with the application.

Along with the application, prospective franchisees must include a $4,000 nonrefundable evaluation fee with the submission. It is recommended to submit all information via express mail to the Property Transition Representative. To expedite the process, it is also recommended that the items be sent via fax to the Property Transition Representative, along with the express mail tracking information.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.