What is the due date for de-identification costs for a Jack In The Box franchise?
Jack_In_The_Box Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| De-identification Costs | Any costs incurred to de- identify the premises | Upon Demand | If you fail to de-identify the premises after termination or expiration and we make nonstructural changes, you must reimburse us for the costs. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 27–35)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Jack In The Box's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for de-identifying the premises after the termination or expiration of their franchise agreement. De-identification refers to removing Jack In The Box branding and other identifying marks from the restaurant location.
The due date for these de-identification costs is "Upon Demand." This means that Jack In The Box will invoice the franchisee for these costs, and payment is expected when the invoice is received. The amount will be "any costs incurred to de-identify the premises."
If a franchisee fails to de-identify the premises themselves, and Jack In The Box has to make nonstructural changes to do so, the franchisee must reimburse Jack In The Box for those costs. This arrangement is fairly standard in franchising, as franchisors need to protect their brand identity and prevent consumer confusion after a franchise ceases operation.