What is the current monthly Network Fee for a Circle K franchise?
Circle_K Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Motor Fuel Business
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Network Fee | The then-current fee; Currently $50 per month | Payable monthly on the 25th day of each month by electronic funds transfer | TMC has the right to modify the Network Fee from time to time on 30 days' advance written notice, up to an increase of 20% |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 22–35)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Circle K's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to pay a Network Fee as part of the Credit Network Agreement if they do not offer fuel for sale or if they enter into a Motor Fuel Agreement or Branding Agreement. This fee is payable in advance on the 25th day of each month via electronic funds transfer. As of the date of the FDD, the current Network Fee is $50 per month.
Circle K retains the right to modify the Network Fee, providing 30 days' advance written notice. The FDD specifies that any increase is capped at 20% within a 12-month period. This means that the fee could potentially increase, but Circle K is obligated to provide advance notice and adhere to the stated limit on the increase.
Prospective franchisees should be aware of this fee and factor it into their operating cost projections. It is also important to note that Circle K reserves the right to replace the TMC Network with a substitute network and charge fees for access to and use of such substitute network. Franchisees should inquire about any potential changes to the network or fee structure during their due diligence process.