What are the requirements to qualify for the Del Taco Veterans Program?

According to Del Taco's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the company participates in the International Franchise Association's Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative, called the Del Taco Veterans Program. This program offers incentives to qualifying veterans, specifically a reduction of 25% on the initial franchise fee for their first new restaurant, amounting to a discount of $8,750, which brings the initial franchise fee down to $26,250. This incentive cannot be combined with any other incentive programs Del Taco may offer.

To qualify for the Del Taco Veterans Program, a prospective franchisee must meet several requirements. First, they must request the Veterans Program at the time they submit their application. Second, they must meet Del Taco's then-current qualifications for all new franchisees, which likely include financial stability, business experience, and other standard criteria. Third, at least 51% of the franchise must be legally and beneficially owned by individuals who meet Del Taco's qualifying veteran status. Finally, the prospective franchisee must not have previously received a similar incentive from Del Taco.

It is important to note that Del Taco retains the right to discontinue or modify the Veterans Program at any time. This means that the availability and terms of the program could change between the time a prospective franchisee expresses interest and when they actually sign a franchise agreement. Prospective franchisees should confirm the current terms of the program with Del Taco before making any financial commitments. This type of program is fairly common in the franchise industry as a way to support veterans transitioning to civilian life and business ownership.