Are you Marco's Pizza material?
Here you'll find ownership requirements, startup costs and next steps to investing.If you love pizza, you're off to a good start
Here are some other characteristics we look for in a franchise owner:
Business Ownership
Experience
People-first and hospitality-always mentality
Enjoy following
systems
A proven leader with drive to
grow your portfolio
Commit to active
ownership
including groups with an operating partnerLet's get into the numbers
In addition to a credit score of 680 or more, here are some financial requirements for ownership:To open one store:
$200,000
liquid capital$600,000
net worthTo open two stores:
$300,000
liquid capital$900,000
net worthTo open three stores:
$400,000
liquid capital$1,200,000
net worthStartup costs
Here's an overview of what you can expect to invest. Find more detailed information in item 7 of our Franchise Disclosure Document$286,477 - $811,186
Total Estimated Initial Investment For One StoreThe path to franchise ownership
Here's what you can expect once your ready to take this to the next level.
Fill out the form below
Once you reach out, we'll follow up to connect and provide more information.
Submit your application
The application includes an assessment of your assets and liabilities, a brief questionnaire and an overview of your business experience.
Review our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
We will schedule time to discuss any questions you have regarding the FDD.
Access our library and tools
Gain access to our tools and resources to aid in your due diligence process of the Marco’s business opportunity.
Visit a store and make a pizza
Spend time with us in a store to learn more about our operational efficiencies and what it means to become a Marco’s franchisee
Talk to current franchise owners
Speak with other franchise owners about their experience with Marco’s Pizza.
Decision Day
Meet with members of Marco's leadership team for individual interviews as the last step of your Path to Ownership.
Sign the franchise agreement
Congrats! Let's do this.
Discounts
Hard work deserves recognition. That's why we offer hero discounts.
Veterans
$10,000
franchise fee discount or waived franchise feefor qualified U.S. veterans with a disability
First responders
$5,000
franchise fee discountMulti-unit growth incentives
Depending on your initial store commitment, you may qualify for incentives designed to support early-stage growth.2026 Royalty Incentive Program with 0% Royalties to Start*
Franchisees who commit to developing three to five stores may be eligible for a phased royalty structure designed to support reinvestment as they grow.
0% royalty fees for the first six months after each store opens.
Reduced royalty fees for months 7–18. Standard royalty rate applies thereafter. This structured approach is designed to help qualified multi-unit operators scale efficiently during the critical early stages of development.
* The information provided should not be construed as an offer to sell any Marco’s Pizza® franchises in, nor is any such communication directed to, residents of any jurisdiction requiring registration prior to the offer or sale of franchises. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. Marco’s Pizza® franchises will not be sold in such jurisdictions until the offering has been registered or exempted and the required Franchise Disclosure Document has been delivered in compliance with applicable law. Participation in any incentive program is subject to approval and requires, among other things, execution of a Development Agreement and applicable program amendment, payment of all required fees, and ongoing compliance with financial, creditworthiness, operational, and development requirements. If the franchisee is an entity, the qualifying participant must maintain at least 50% ownership in the entity that owns each franchised Store. Incentives are conditioned on timely development and opening of Stores in accordance with agreed-upon development schedules. Failure to meet these requirements, or to remain in compliance with program terms, may result in modification or loss of incentives, including reversion to the then-current standard royalty rate. Incentives are not guaranteed, are non-transferable, may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change or discontinuation at any time. See Marco’s Franchising, LLC Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.
ꝉTo qualify for the incentive program, the participant must sign a development agreement and open the stores within the following timeframes: 1st Store within 365 days of signing; 2nd Store within 6 months of 1st store opening; 3rd Store within 6 months of 2nd store opening; 4th Store within 6 months of 3rd store opening; 5th Store within 6 months of 4th store opening.