Franchises

Franchises in Singapore: what they cost and what to check

Updated 4 November 2026

Approximately, according to sellers' websites and franchise directories, November 2026: a boutique kiosk concept in Singapore starts from S$30,000, and an established F&B or restaurant brand can need more than S$500,000. For prices of the exact brand and area you have in mind, send a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Local rules and what to check first

Most Singapore businesses need no licence beyond registration with ACRA, but licence fees vary widely by activity and agency, so ask the franchisor which permits your outlet needs before you sign. If the brand's trade mark is licensed to you, the licence is recorded with IPOS on Form CM6 at S$60 per trade mark number.

Investment, fees and payback

Ask for the full investment list, not only the franchise fee. Some offers quote a non-refundable franchise fee of S$40,000 for a five-year term, and one example shows S$50,000 per restaurant, so the fee alone tells you little. Compare the royalty, the training costs and the payback period you expect, using the franchisor's own figures rather than an estimate.

Timing and premises

Singapore is tropical: hot all year, with wet and dry seasons instead of winter and summer. There is no winter rush, so the timing is set by when a unit, a lease or a training slot is available. Premises are usually priced per square foot (psf) here, so compare sites in Tampines, Jurong West, Woodlands or Ang Mo Kio on the same basis before you agree on a figure.

What to write in your request

Name the franchise sector you prefer, the investment amount you can put in, the city or area where you want to open, and whether you already have premises. Add your business experience, the payback period you expect, and whether you need franchisor support in the first months. Stating the royalty and the franchise fee you can accept helps sellers answer properly.

On BlaBlaPrice, describe the franchise in your own words in a chat, and add a photo if it helps. The service is free for buyers. The AI asks for missing details, looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Singapore, and shows the prices and businesses it found. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply in the chat with their offer: price, terms and support. Your contacts stay hidden until you decide with whom to exchange them. You can also send your request link to local sellers yourself. Start on the BlaBlaPrice home page, browse businesses for sale, or read how it works.