Programs & Benefits
5 veteran franchise benefits you should know
VetFran Franchise Fee Discounts
The International Franchise Association's VetFran program includes 650+ franchise brands that offer discounts on initial franchise fees for honorably discharged veterans. Discounts typically range from 10% to 25% off the standard fee.
SBA Veterans Advantage Loan
The SBA Veterans Advantage program reduces or waives upfront guarantee fees on SBA 7(a) loans for veteran-owned businesses. This can save thousands of dollars in loan costs on a typical franchise financing package.
Boots to Business Program
A free entrepreneurship education program offered through the SBA for transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses. Covers business fundamentals, franchise evaluation, and access to capital.
VA Business Loans
The VA does not directly offer business loans, but veterans have access to SBA programs, USDA Business & Industry loans, and state-level veteran business programs that can supplement franchise financing.
Veteran Business Outreach Centers (VBOCs)
Federally funded centers that provide free business consulting, training, and mentorship to veteran entrepreneurs. VBOCs can help with business planning, financing applications, and franchise evaluation.
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Veteran Benefits, Growth & Territory Notice: Franchise fees, veteran incentive amounts, years in franchising, total unit counts, system growth rates, and territory availability status shown on this page are sourced from publicly available FDD disclosures (Items 19, 20, and 21), IFPG research, and Franchise Business Review data as of 2025–2026. All figures are estimates and are subject to change at any time without notice. Territory availability indicators reflect general market conditions at the time of research and are not a guarantee that any specific territory is available in your desired market. Actual territory availability is determined solely by the franchisor and must be verified directly with the franchisor prior to signing any agreement. Franchise fees and veteran incentive amounts must also be confirmed directly with the franchisor. Eligibility for veteran incentives typically requires honorable discharge and may be subject to additional franchisor-specific criteria. SBA Veterans Advantage program terms are set by the U.S. Small Business Administration and vary by lender. Franchising is not a guarantee of success — individual results will vary.
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