What is the standard franchise fee for a Bojangles franchise, and when is it due?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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BOJANGLES FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
EXHIBIT A
FRANCHISE INFORMATION
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- Franchisee: [FRANCHISEE ENTITY]
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- Franchise Fee: $35,000 due by the Construction Commencement Deadline. [If a Development Agreement credit applies, add: Notwithstanding the foregoing, Franchisee shall receive a credit against the Franchise Fee in the amount of [$5,000 or $10,000 – check the Development Agreement form] from a development fee paid by Franchisee pursuant to the Development Agreement between Franchisee and Franchisor dated as of [DATE]. As su
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the standard franchise fee is $35,000, payable by the Construction Commencement Deadline. This fee grants the franchisee the right to operate a Bojangles restaurant at an approved location.
However, the FDD also indicates that a credit may apply against this franchise fee if the franchisee has a Development Agreement with Bojangles. This credit, which could be either $5,000 or $10,000, would be deducted from the $35,000 franchise fee, reducing the total amount due by the Construction Commencement Deadline. The specific amount of the credit depends on the terms outlined in the Development Agreement.
The franchise fee is deemed fully earned and nonrefundable once paid, covering Bojangles's administrative and other expenses related to granting the franchise, as well as compensating for the lost opportunity to franchise others. It's important for prospective franchisees to understand the Construction Commencement Deadline and ensure timely payment to avoid any potential issues with their franchise agreement.