About Circle K (Standard) Franchise
Circle K is one of the world's largest chains of convenience stores, operating under parent company Circle K Delaware Inc.
With thousands of locations globally, Circle K offers a wide selection of fuel, snacks, beverages, tobacco products, and everyday essentials.
The brand is known for its clean, well stocked stores and customer friendly shopping experience.
Circle K (Standard) Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$2.4M
Average Investment
$3.6M
Maximum Investment
$4.8M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $5,000 to $25,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 3.5% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $2,380,500 – $4,836,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $2.4M–$4.8M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The ongoing royalty fee is 3.5% of Gross Sales of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Regional In-Store Training Fee | $500 | $1,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training (Note 2) | $3,500 | $15,500 |
| Construction, Remodeling, and Leasehold Improvements (Note 4) | $850,000 | $1,600,000 |
| Other Site Development Costs (Note 4) | $135,000 | $250,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (Note 5) | $500,000 | $1,200,000 |
| Car wash (building), if included | $400,000 | $800,000 |
| Car wash (equipment), if included | $215,000 | $450,000 |
| EPOS and Computer Systems | $51,000 | $60,000 |
| Signs (Note 6) | $50,000 | $120,000 |
| Security Deposits and Licenses and Permits (Note 7) | $5,000 | $15,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | The greater of (a) (i) 3.5% of Gross Sales and (ii) $0.0075 per gallon of Motor |
| Renewal Fee | $0 |
| Technology Fee | $0 |
| Audit Fee | $0 |
| Optional Program Fees | Varies depending on the program but currently ranges from 5% to 75% of Optional |
| Promotional Fees | $125,000 |
| Motor Fuel Pass- Through Fee | $35 |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $50 |
| Late Fee | $25 |
| POS and Back-Office System Support and Maintenance Fees | $600 |
| Relocation Fee | 50% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Liquidated Damages (Purchase of Fuel) | $0.03 |
| Debit/Credit Card Fee/Service Charges | The then-current fees; currently: Card Per Processing Type Transaction Fee Fee V |
| Liquidated Damages (Credit Network Agreement) | $3,000 |
| Visa | 1.80% |
| All Others | 3.25% |
| Debranding Fee | $10,000 |
| Regional In-Store Training Fee | $1,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training (Note 2) | $3,500 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | Franchise Agreement: If you are in good standing, you can renew for one renewal term. You must execute our then-current form of franchise agreement at renewal. Software Agreement: May be renewed for a |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | 15 of Software Agreement ITEM 10 FINANCING SUMMARY OF FINANCING OFFERED We offer to qualified franchisees a funding program described in this Item 10 (the “Funding”). |
Circle K (Standard) Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.8M
Median Revenue
$1.8M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Circle K (Standard) Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCircle K (Standard) has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Circle K (Standard) System Growth
Total Units
97
Franchised
1
Company-Owned
96
Circle K (Standard) currently operates 1 franchised locations and 96 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Circle K (Standard) Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Circle K (Standard) franchise ranges from $2,380,500 to $4,836,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $5,000 to $25,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Circle K (Standard) charges a royalty fee of 3.5% of Gross Sales of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Circle K (Standard) Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Circle K (Standard) to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Circle K (Standard) franchise owners report average revenue of $1.8M and median revenue of $1.8M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Circle K (Standard) has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $2,380,500-$4,836,500, a 3.5% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $5,000 to $25,000 and the total investment ranges from $2,380,500 to $4,836,500 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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