About Pandora Franchise
Pandora is a globally recognized jewelry retail franchise best known for its customizable charm bracelets and affordable luxury accessories.
With 237 franchise locations, Pandora offers customers a personalized shopping experience where each piece of jewelry can be uniquely configured to tell a personal story.
The total investment to open a Pandora franchise ranges from $657,000 to $1.3 million, with a 4% royalty fee.
Pandora Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $350,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 4% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 4% of Gross Sales annually, although we may increase this fee to a maximum of 6% | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $657,000 – $1,281,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $657K–$1.3M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (4%) and marketing fee (4% of Gross Sales annually, although we may increase this fee to a maximum of 6%) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Leasehold Improvements | $100,000 | $300,000 |
| Design Fees See Note 3. | $11,000 | $24,000 |
| Fixtures | $53,000 | $115,000 |
| Lighting and Flooring | $20,000 | $30,000 |
| Display Accessories | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Fixture Installation and Shipping Costs | $12,000 | $25,000 |
| Custom Signage | $5,000 | $12,000 |
| Training Attendance Costs and Expenses | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $350,000 | $500,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $32,000 |
| Interest Expenses; Late Fee | $50 |
| Successor Fee | $5,000 |
| Supplier Review Fee | $300 |
| Remodeling Costs | $30,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $100,000 |
| Design Fees See Note 3. | $11000 |
| Fixtures | $53,000 |
| Lighting and Flooring | $20,000 |
| Display Accessories | $10,000 |
| Fixture Installation and Shipping Costs | $12,000 |
| Custom Signage | $5,000 |
| Training Attendance Costs and Expenses | $5,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $350,000 |
| Pre/Grand Opening Marketing | $10,000 |
| Professional Fees | $5,000 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
Pandora Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Pandora does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Pandora Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Pandora System Growth
Pandora currently operates 237 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 237 | ||
| 2019 | 157 | ||
| 2019 | 394 | ||
| 2020 | 230 | ||
| 2020 | 157 | ||
| 2020 | 387 | ||
| 2021 | 201 | ||
| 2021 | 187 | ||
| 2021 | 388 |
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