Discusses opportunities for U.S. franchisers and legal requirements in the market.
Last Published: 10/22/2018
Franchise opportunities range from soft-drink distributors to fast-food restaurants and hotel chains.  There are no specific franchise requirements in the market.
The first U.S. brand to open a franchise in Suriname, Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), opened in the capital city of Paramaribo in 1996.  Since that time, Pizza Hut, McDonald’s, Western Union, Popeye’s, and Money Gram, among others, opened franchises.  Subway opened its first restaurant in March 2012, and now has 4 restaurants in the capital.  A Courtyard by Marriott hotel opened its doors in 2009.  In 2013, a Ramada hotel became operational.  A number of Caribbean and European franchises also operate in Suriname.

 

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