# How Much Does a Subway Franchise Cost?

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Sourced Subway franchise fees, investment estimates, candidate requirements and operating model, with scope and unresolved facts.

## Availability and operating model

Subway is seeking multi-unit applicants and buyers interested in acquiring at least five existing restaurants. United States; confirm the format and territory with the franchisor [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)

Restaurant, business or franchising experience is preferred for the applicant or an equity partner; a three-week training program is required. United States; confirm the format and territory with the franchisor [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)

## Published financial requirements

- **Initial investment / development estimate:** $199,135–$536,745. US restaurant estimate; building size, configuration and location vary  [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)
- **Initial franchise fee:** $15,000. US; per restaurant  [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)
- **Separate development fee:** Not verified in reviewed sources. United States No applicable amount verified in the linked sources. Request the current disclosure for this format and territory. [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)
- **Liquid capital / personal funds:** $100,000. US; minimum per location Higher requirements may apply by territory. [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)
- **Net worth:** $150,000. US; minimum per location Higher requirements may apply by territory. [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)
- **Royalty / service fee:** 8%. Percentage of gross sales  [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)
- **Advertising / marketing contribution:** 4.5%. Percentage of gross sales  [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)

## Sources and limits

- [Subway US franchise FAQ](https://www.subwayfranchise.com/en-us/faqs) (Source reviewed 2026-10-01; this is not the source publication date.)

Missing information means the reviewed sources did not establish a comparable amount. Fees, capital requirements and investment estimates are different measures; they are not added as one project budget.