How much is the network fee for a Circle K franchise, and how often is it paid?
Circle_K Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If you will not offer any motor fuel at the Franchised Location or if you sign the Motor Fuel Agreement or the Branding Agreement, you will be required to also sign the Credit Network Agreement (attached as Exhibit 6 to the Convenience Store Franchise Agreement) and pay us the then-current monthly Network Fee, in exchange for the use of our electronic point of sale network ("TMC Network"), including the EPOS Credit/Debit Equipment (as defined in the Credit Network Agreement). The amounts included in the table above reflect three months of the current Network Fees.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 36–45)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Circle K's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees who do not offer motor fuel or who sign the Motor Fuel Agreement or Branding Agreement must sign the Credit Network Agreement and pay a monthly Network Fee. This fee is for the use of Circle K's electronic point of sale network, referred to as the "TMC Network," which includes the EPOS Credit/Debit Equipment.
The FDD includes an estimated initial investment chart that reflects three months of the current Network Fees. This implies that franchisees should budget for this expense during their initial startup phase.
Prospective Circle K franchisees should carefully review the Credit Network Agreement (Exhibit 6) to fully understand the terms and conditions related to the TMC Network and the associated monthly Network Fee. It would be prudent to confirm the exact current amount of the monthly Network Fee with Circle K, as fees are subject to change.