KFC in France
KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken) was founded in 1930 by Harland Sanders. Present in France with around 380 restaurants, the brand is experiencing strong expansion. Its buckets of fried chicken with 11 herbs and spices have become a classic of fast food. KFC is available on all major delivery platforms in France.
Available on platforms
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Key information
- Origin
- USA
- Founded
- 1930
- Restaurants FR
- ~380
- Average price
- €
- Franchise
- Available
- POS used
- Oracle MICROS / NCR Aloha
KFC in France: everything you need to know in 2026
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Open a franchise KFC
KFC is a Yum! Brands franchise. In France, the investment is 1 to 2.5 million euros. The royalty fee is 5% of revenue + 5% marketing contribution. Mandatory training of 3 to 4 months.
The information above is indicative. Contact KFC directly for the exact and up-to-date conditions. Investments may vary depending on location and restaurant size.
POS system
KFC uses Oracle MICROS / NCR Aloha. As a franchisee, check whether you are free to choose your own POS or whether it is imposed by the franchisor.
Delivery platforms
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Frequently asked questions
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Articles about KFC
KFC France: financial analysis 2024 (70 M€ franchise revenue, margins under pressure)
Out of 12 franchised KFC companies filing their 2024 accounts in our database, the cumulative turnover reaches €70M. The net profit remains slightly negative. Reading of chain dynamics in full acceleration.
5 min MarquesKFC Map in France: 380 restaurants, where are the locations
Mapping of the KFC France park as of end of 2024: 380 restaurants concentrated in urban and peri-urban areas of major agglomerations. Identification of areas where the network is loose.
4 min MarquesKFC in France: 30 years since Cergy 1991, the rapid expansion of the 2010s
First KFC opened in Cergy in 1991, followed by a long desert crossing to the 2010s when the chain dramatically accelerated. A look back at three decades of presence in France.
5 min MarquesBecoming a KFC franchisee in France: model, investment, multi-site strategy
Personal investment 300-500 k€, multi-site model preferred, regional development contracts: the details of the KFC France franchise model, structured differently from McDonald's or Burger King.
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