Subway Australia Franchise Opportunity
Made-to-order submarine sandwich franchise, present in Australia since 1988 and one of the country's largest chains by outlet count. Almost entirely franchisee-operated.
captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile
This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.
How much does a Subway Australia franchise cost?
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026. See full cost breakdown
Fees vs the market
| Fee | Subway Australia | Category median (systems) | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-in establishment cost | $300K–$1.1M | $337,000–$675,000 (173) | below median |
| Initial franchise fee | $15,000 | $45,000 (9) | below median |
| Royalty (% gross sales) | 8.0% | 6.0% (9) | above median |
| Marketing levy (% gross sales) | 4.5% | 4.3% (9) | near median |
Medians from the Quick-Service Food Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.
Network & venues
Operates in ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Expanding into ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007556) · captured 2026-08-19.
Investment & payments
| Establishment cost (all-in setup) | $300,000 – $1,100,000 |
| Ongoing payments to franchisor (annual) | $2,000,000 – $12,000,000 |
| Other payments (annual) | $50,000 – $1,000,000 |
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007556) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.
Franchise agreement
Standard agreement term 5 or more years
Option to renew Other
Restraint of trade after exit Yes
Goodwill compensation on exit No
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007556) · captured 2026-08-19.
Franchisor disclosures
Subway Australia’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007556) · captured 2026-08-19.
Franchisor details
Website www.subway.com/en-au
Phone 1800630355
Email ssa@subway.com
Registered office Level 9, Transport House, 230 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, Queensland, 4006, Australia.
View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007556) · captured 2026-08-19.
This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.
How Subway Australia’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.
Available territories
| State | Region | Status | As at |
|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | Regional NSW | recruiting | captured July 2026 |
| Victoria | Melbourne | recruiting | captured July 2026 |
| Queensland | Brisbane | recruiting | captured July 2026 |
| South Australia | Adelaide | recruiting | captured July 2026 |
Before you buy into Subway Australia
Guides to read before you sign anything with Subway Australia.
- Bubble tea, frozen yoghurt and dessert franchises in Australia: trend or durable business?9 min
- The Franchise Disclosure Document explained9 min
- Hiring your first staff as a franchisee: awards, wages and compliance9 min
- Buying a second franchise unit: when disclosure and cooling-off can be waived9 min
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Subway Australia franchise cost?
A Subway Australia franchise requires a total investment of $300,000–$1,100,000 all-in, including a $15,000 initial fee (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).
What are Subway Australia's ongoing fees?
Subway Australia charges a 8% royalty and a 4.5% marketing levy.
Is Subway Australia on the Franchise Disclosure Register?
Based on FranchiseScope's research, Subway Australia appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.
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