Safe Ship franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Safe Ship franchise fee is $14,900 to $24,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $49,900 to $143,900, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Safe Ship FDD.
What are the Safe Ship franchise fees and investment?
The Safe Ship franchise requires a franchise fee of $14,900 to $24,900 and a total initial investment of $49,900 to $143,900. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $14,900 to $24,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $49,900 to $143,900 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 33 |
| Industry | Other Franchise Businesses |
| Headquarters | Ormond Beach, Florida |
| Founded | 1998 |
| Franchising since | 2008 |
How does the Safe Ship investment compare with other other franchise businesses franchises?
Safe Ship's minimum investment of $49,900 is at or below the median minimum investment of $119,000 across the 198 other franchise businesses franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 163 of the other 197 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $14,900 compares with an industry median of $39,500.
By minimum investment, Safe Ship belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Safe Ship FDD?
Verify six parts of the Safe Ship Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Safe Ship discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Safe Ship?
These other franchise businesses franchises have the closest minimum investment to Safe Ship:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Sitting Made Simple | $35,000 | $49,649 to $64,249 |
| Tapsnap | $17,500 | $47,948 to $208,128 |
| All Team | $42,500 | $46,630 to $141,540 |
| Worldwide Express | $28,125 to $315,000 | $45,980 to $359,650 |
| Plan Ahead Events | $34,500 | $45,855 to $65,245 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Safe Ship franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Safe Ship franchise ranges from $49,900 to $143,900, including a franchise fee of $14,900 to $24,900, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Safe Ship franchise?
Safe Ship lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Safe Ship locations are there?
Safe Ship reported 33 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Safe Ship been franchising?
Safe Ship started offering franchises in 2008 after the company was founded in 1998.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Safe Ship and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Safe Ship. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.