Jollibee
Franchise research report · reviewed 2026 disclosure data
Researching Jollibee franchise opportunities? Every figure below is cited to the FDD.
Jollibee franchise brings the Philippines' beloved fast-food chain to international markets, specializing in fried chicken, burgers, and Filipino-inspired menu
Headline figures
Quick facts
- How much does it cost to open a Jollibee franchise?
- The Jollibee Franchise Disclosure Document reports separate estimated initial investments by format: $2,107,902–$2,964,092 for free standing total estimated initial investment: $2,107,902 to $4,589,057 (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 18); $1,614,568–$2,964,092 for in-line total estimated initial investment: $1,614,568 to $2,964,092 (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 18). These formats are not combined. Each is the franchisor's disclosed estimate, not a quote. Details
- What is the Jollibee initial franchise fee?
- The disclosed initial franchise fee for a standard single unit is $40,000 (2026 FDD, Item 5, PDF p. 11). Other fee options (for example multi-unit or conversion) are listed separately in the report. Details
- What ongoing fees does Jollibee charge?
- The disclosed ongoing royalty is $5 (2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 12). The brand or advertising fund contribution is $4 (2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 12). Other recurring fees are listed in Item 6. Details
- Does Jollibee disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
- Yes. The Jollibee FDD includes an Item 19 financial performance representation (2026 FDD, Item 19, PDF p. 49). Figures apply only to the locations and period each one covers. Details
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
What the disclosures show
- 1The 2026 FDD (Item 7) estimates opening costs separately by format: $2,107,902 – $2,964,092 (Free Standing Total Estimated Initial Investment: $2,107,902 to $4,589,057); $1,614,568 – $2,964,092 (In-Line Total Estimated Initial Investment: $1,614,568 to $2,964,092); several initial fee options apply.
- 2Item 19 covers 2 separate groups: other measures for 37 Combined franchisee-owned and affiliate-owned because 2 franchised locations were operated by one franchisee locations; other measures for 40 Combined franchisee-owned and affiliate-owned locations. They are not combined.
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
Costs · Items 5–7
What does it cost to open?
Estimated opening costs and the fees payable to the franchisor.
Startup Investment — Item 7
Range across 2 single-unit formats
2026 FDD · Item 7
Formats disclosed in Item 7 (2)
Each format has its own total. The total depends on the format you choose.
- In-Line Total Estimated Initial Investment: $1,614,568 to $2,964,092PDF p. 18$1,614,568 – $2,964,092
- Free Standing Total Estimated Initial Investment: $2,107,902 to $4,589,057PDF p. 18$2,107,902 – $2,964,092
Standard single-unit franchise fee
2026 FDD · Item 5 · PDF p. 11
Discounted and multi-unit options are separate; see all fees.
Ongoing Fees — Item 6
Selected recurring charges; payment bases and conditions remain attached to each fee.
- Royalty: 5% of Gross Sales, paid weekly on Gross Sales for the prior weekMain ongoing fee
27 reported fees, each with its payment basis, are listed below; they haven't been sorted into recurring, initial and occasional groups yet.
Financial Performance — Item 19
What results are disclosed—and for which locations?
Two separate populations, not a revenue-and-profit comparison. Revenue is not owner income.
Locations counted: not stated in the reviewed record
Other measures · 37 locations
- Who is counted
- 2025 Reporting Locations operated at Free-Standing Premises; affiliate-owned and franchisee-owned results consolidated
- Period
- Annual Gross Sales
- Excluded
- 1 franchised and 3 affiliate-owned restaurants that opened mid-year excluded; the 2 franchised Reporting Locations were operated at Free-Standing Premises and consolidated with affiliate-owned results
- Method
- Historical 2025 calendar-year data; 77 U.S. Reporting Locations total, 2 franchisee-owned and 75 affiliate-owned by Honeybee; as of Dec 31, 2025, 37 Free-Standing locations
Locations counted: not stated in the reviewed record
Other measures · 40 locations
- Who is counted
- 2025 Reporting Locations operated at In-Line Premises; affiliate-owned and franchisee-owned results consolidated
- Period
- Annual Gross Sales
- Excluded
- 1 franchised and 3 affiliate-owned restaurants that opened mid-year excluded; reporting population includes 40 In-Line locations
- Method
- Historical 2025 calendar-year data; 77 U.S. Reporting Locations total, 2 franchisee-owned and 75 affiliate-owned by Honeybee; as of Dec 31, 2025, 40 In-Line locations
These groups are never combined.
Outlet Changes — Item 20
How has the outlet count changed?
Coverage not stated in the reviewed record · counts as of year end of each year.
2026 FDD · Item 20 ·
Questions to investigate
Prompts based on what this brand's reviewed disclosures do and don't show — not conclusions. Join free as a member to save questions to your research.
For the franchisor
Which line items in the 2026 Item 7 estimate ($1,614,568 – $2,964,092) vary most by market, and why?
Which initial fee option would apply to my situation, and what conditions or discounts affect it?
Which locations are included in the Item 19 figures, and which were excluded?
Is a territory available in my area, and how is it defined in my agreement?
For current and former owners
How did your actual startup costs and timeline compare with the Item 7 estimate?
How many hours a week do you work in the business, and in what role?
How do your results compare with the Item 19 figures, and what explains the difference?
What support from the franchisor has been most and least useful?
For your advisors
Ask a franchise attorney to review the territory, renewal, transfer and termination terms.
Ask an accountant to build a cash-flow plan using your own assumptions, not the franchisor's.
Sources & vintage history
Every displayed fact is retained with its disclosure vintage, item, page, and reviewed status. Prior vintages remain on file rather than being overwritten.
Citations (2026 FDD)
- [1]Standard initial franchise fee — Item 5 · PDF p. 11
- [2]Item 19 — Locations counted not stated in the reviewed record — 2025 Reporting Locations operated at Free-Standing Premises; affiliate-owned an… · PDF p. 49; PDF p. 50
- [3]Item 19 — Locations counted not stated in the reviewed record — 2025 Reporting Locations operated at In-Line Premises; affiliate-owned and fran… · PDF p. 49; PDF p. 50
"PDF p." is the page in the PDF file; "printed p." is the number printed on the FDD page.
Territory & operations
These are contract disclosures, not confirmation that any territory is currently available.
Legal & agreement
Franchisor financial statements
| Fiscal year | Measure | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | capital stock | $500,000 |
| 2026 | cash and cash equivalents | $3,906,402 |
| 2026 | total revenues | $4,710,337 |
| 2026 | total current assets | $29,687,078 |
| 2026 | net income | $3,083,818 |
| 2026 | accounts receivable | $64,854 |
| 2026 | due from related parties | $25,715,823 |
| 2026 | total assets | $29,687,079 |
| 2026 | total current liabilities | $6,827,196 |
| 2026 | total liabilities | $7,672,521 |
| 2026 | retained earnings | $21,514,557 |
| 2026 | total stockholders’ equity | $22,014,557 |
| 2026 | total costs and expenses | $1,964,800 |
| 2026 | income from operations | $2,745,537 |
These figures describe the franchisor company, not individual franchise locations.
SBA-backed loans to franchisees
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Source: U.S. Small Business Administration 7(a) & 504 FOIA data. Loan volume is not a measure of franchisee success.
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