About the Top Global Franchises

Franchising is part of the international business lexicon. Even if people in China or India or Brazil aren't familiar with the word franchise, it's a sure bet they're familiar with McDonald's, Subway, Kentucky Fried Chicken and any of the hundreds of other U.S.-based franchises that have international appeal. Just because you don't live in the States doesn't mean you can't buy into a U.S.-based franchise.

If you've been thinking about buying a franchise, this may be the time. We've compiled this ranking of America's top 200 franchisors seeking international franchisees to assist you in your research. The ranking is based on information from Entrepreneur's Franchise 500^®, the world's most comprehensive ranking of franchise companies.

This ranking is not intended to endorse, recommend or promote any particular franchise. Rather, it's a research tool you can use to compare franchises. It's imperative that you conduct an in-depth investigation—including consulting an attorney and an accountant, reading all literature and disclosure documents provided by the franchisor, and visiting existing franchise locations to speak with current franchisees—before you invest any money.