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KFC franchise fees, as published
| Item | Amount as published | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Capital investment | Starts at Php 25M | PFA directory, checked 13 November 2026[1] |
| Franchise fee | Included in the Investment Cost | PFA directory, checked 13 November 2026[1] |
| Term of agreement | 10 Years, Renewable | PFA directory, checked 13 November 2026[1] |
A KFC franchise starts at Php 25M in capital investment, as listed in the Philippine Franchise Association directory. The listing says the franchise fee is included in the investment cost, and the term is 10 years, renewable. Knoxport, Inc. is named as the franchisor on the listing.[1]
An all-in starting figure
Most PFA listings separate the fee from the investment. KFC's listing does not: the franchise fee is included in the investment cost, which starts at Php 25M. "Starts at" means that is the floor, not the typical amount. A larger store or a site that needs more construction will cost more.[1]
Ask Knoxport, Inc. what the starting figure assumes: store size, whether it is a mall or a free-standing site, and whether land or building costs are in it.[1]
What the listing does not tell you
There is no royalty, advertising fee or renewal amount on the listing, only that the 10-year term is renewable. For a fried chicken restaurant with a big kitchen, monthly fees and the cost of required supplies add up over ten years. Get each one in writing before you commit.[1]
Fryers and kitchen exhaust bring fire safety requirements. Read the fire safety inspection certificate guide and ask the franchisor what equipment it specifies.
Permits and comparisons
Opening a restaurant means a building or occupancy permit, fire safety inspection, sanitary permit and health certificates on top of the mayor's permit and BIR. Our restaurant business kit lists them, and chicken franchises shows other brands with published figures.
Questions people ask
- Does the KFC listing show a royalty fee?
- No. The PFA listing shows only the starting investment, that the fee is included, and a renewable 10-year term. Ask the franchisor for royalty and advertising fees in writing before you commit.
- How much is a KFC franchise in the Philippines?
- The PFA directory lists a capital investment starting at Php 25M, with the franchise fee included.
- Is the KFC franchise fee separate?
- No. The PFA listing says the franchise fee is included in the investment cost.
- Who is the KFC franchisor on the PFA directory?
- The PFA listing names Knoxport, Inc. Confirm the current franchisor directly before you apply.
Sources
Checked 13 November 2026. We link the agency's own page for every requirement. Rules change; confirm with the office before you pay.
- Kfc | Philippine Franchise Association · Philippine Franchise Association
Ask KFC before you sign
- What store size and site type does the starting investment assume?
- How much of the investment is the franchise fee?
- What royalty and advertising fees apply each month?
- What does renewal involve at the end of the term, and is there a fee?
- Do you provide or approve the site?
- What kitchen equipment must I buy from approved suppliers?