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A straight talking guide to becoming a member…

AFA Membership is available to franchisors, as well as partners, who provide goods or services to the franchising industry. As a franchisor, you must receive AFA accreditation before membership is offered to your business.

To begin the process of applying for membership, please complete the enquiry form. We will then contact you to request further information and begin the application process.

To find out more – Download the Prospectus

Preliminary Membership

£585/Year

Or £50 a month
Specifically for new franchisors who are just starting out on their franchise journey. For these franchisors, we carry out the same checks on their business model and gain feedback from existing franchisees. During your first year of trading, the AFA is available to mentor and support you as required. After one year, you will be eligible for full membership, as long as you have a proven and sustainable business model.

Full Franchisor Membership

Best Value

£585/Year

Or £50 a Month
In order to be accepted for full AFA membership, your business undergoes rigorous checks to ensure that you have been trading for longer than one year and your accounts have been submitted to Companies House. You must also prove that your business is:
Sustainable – able to demonstrate a demand for the product or service, along with financial success that can support a franchise network
Ethical – needs to abide by the principles documented within the European Code of Ethics for Franchising
Transferrable – there must be a system in place to facilitate the exchange of information between the franchisor and franchisee.
Full accreditation with use of AFA seal
Support network and guidance
Presence on the AFA website
Opportunities to feature in weekly blog
Industry updates and information
Social media presence
Networking opportunities
Access to mediation services

Partner Membership

£985/Year

Available to suppliers who work with the franchising industry, thereby promoting a coalition of members, organisations and individuals working together to support the industry as a whole.
Listing on the AFA website with business profile
Promotes expertise to AFA members
Networking opportunities
Opportunities to feature news and special offers in AFA weekly blog

Quality Accreditation

The AFA provides the Franchise Industry within the United Kingdom with a voluntary, self-regulatory body; serving its members, potential new franchisees and the industry as a whole.

Ethical Values

Our Values & Principles ensure our organisation remains focused and driven to our collective objectives, surrounding the growth, development and awareness of the Franchise Industry within the United Kingdom.

Support and Information

Whether you are seeking a franchise opportunity or are an existing franchisor, the AFA provides you with guidance, support and straightforward advice.

Philosophy

We are committed to supporting the collective franchising community and ultimately contributing to the development of the UK franchising industry.