What transfer fee does a Bojangles Developer have to pay to the Franchisor per Restaurant?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
transferred business, for a period greater than two (2) years, until the interest is extinguished) or for such shorter period as Franchisor may, in its sole discretion, determine;
- (d) The transferee shall enter into a written assignment, under seal and in a form satisfactory
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 82–573)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a Developer is required to pay a transfer fee of $5,000 per Restaurant to Bojangles upon transferring ownership. This fee is intended to cover Bojangles' reasonable costs and expenses, including legal and accounting fees, associated with reviewing the transfer application.
This transfer fee is a standard practice in franchising, designed to compensate the franchisor for the administrative and legal work involved in approving a transfer. It also ensures that Bojangles can properly vet potential new owners to maintain brand standards and operational consistency.
Prospective Bojangles developers should factor this $5,000 per Restaurant transfer fee into their financial planning if they anticipate selling or transferring any of their restaurants in the future. This fee applies each time a restaurant is transferred, so it could become a significant expense for developers with multiple locations.