Veterans buying their first The UPS Store franchise pay $19,950 instead of $39,950, and the first 10 who commit to a new center in 2026 get the fee waived entirely (apply by Dec 31, 2026). A discount, not cash.
The UPS Store cuts the initial franchise fee for a veteran's first center from $39,950 to $19,950 under the VetFran program. Under its 2026 Mission: Veteran Entrepreneurship incentive, it waives the initial franchise fee entirely for the first 10 veterans who commit to develop a new Traditional Center, with applications accepted through December 31, 2026. Veterans must be first-time purchasers and majority owners.
Veteran with an honorable discharge (DD214)
First-time purchaser of a The UPS Store Center franchise; veteran must be the majority owner
Not available for buying an existing center or renewals; can't be combined with other incentives
Full waiver: first 10 veterans who commit to develop a new Traditional Center and meet financial qualifications and booking deadlines
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