Start Your Business with a Globally Trusted, Proven Model
- Over 2,900* Retail Service Centres in 50+ Countries *including those trading under our sister brands
- Over 1,700 MBE Franchised Service Centres, Worldwide
- 150+ MBE Franchised Service Centres in UK & IE
We're seeking dynamic, motivated individuals, couples or business partners, to join our network of high-street stores, offering a mix of services targeting both businesses and consumers, including parcel logistics, postal, print and copy services.
There’s never been greater demand for our services
With over 250,000 regular customers, worldwide, we’ve become the go-to, one-stop-shop for essential services, small and medium businesses, and the general public, are looking for.
Located in major cities throughout the UK, MBE centres provide comprehensive shipping services to both individuals and businesses, offering reliable solutions for both international and domestic shipping needs.
The Mail Boxes Etc. franchise is the perfect opportunity for you if you are looking for greater independence in your future; even if you are a self-employed business owner wanting to diversify your business.
We know what it takes to thrive in an ever-changing marketplace, and our willingness to adapt to modern demands, means we’re still ahead of the game, 45 years later.
The Benefits of Owning a Mail Boxes Etc. Franchise:
As a Mail Boxes Etc. franchise owner, you’ll become part of a network of businesses dedicated to fulfilling the demand for a superior service, locally. With our backing and support, you’ll bring high-quality offerings, and excellent in-store customer service, to the heart of your business community.
Mail Boxes Etc. are fully invested in our people, and are proud of our commitment to empowering people just like you to build a better future for themselves.
Beyond shipping, MBE Centres offer a range of additional services, including:
- Mailbox Personalisation: Offering businesses and individuals prime high-street mailbox locations ensuring their privacy.
- Virtual address solutions
- Packing & shipping letters and parcels all over the world
- Efficient logistics solutions for businesses, providing exclusive shipping rates to customers from industry giants like UPS DHL, FedEx and Parcelforce.
- Printing and copying prowess: Go beyond traditional printing, meeting every challenge, no matter the scale.
- Graphic Design & marketing services including: Branding Solutions: Helping local businesses shine with top-tier design and marketing solutions, bridging both digital and traditional realms.
- Specialised art and auction shipping These diverse services provide MBE store owners with multiple streams of income, reducing reliance on a single type of service. Additionally, the potential for earning recurring income from both individual and business clients ensures a steady cash flow, making owning an MBE franchise a lucrative and financially secure business opportunity.
Your business, our support
From day one, you'll receive comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you launch, operate, and grow your business with confidence. Our structured onboarding programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and guidance needed for long-term success.
Key Training Highlights:
Virtual induction event – Meet the onboarding team and gain a clear understanding of your franchise journey.
Comprehensive initial training programme – A blend of online learning, Head Office workshops, and practical training at a certified training centre.
Structured two-year post-launch support – Ongoing guidance from the Learning & Development team and a dedicated Business Development Coach, with regular business, sales, and customer service coaching.
Flexible long-term support – Continued guidance that evolves with your business, providing the right level of support as your confidence and experience grow.
Mail Boxes Etc. believe in the power of togetherness, so as a franchisee, you will benefit from:
- The power of the network
- Multiple revenue streams
- Business planning and sales coaching
What’s my Investment?
The total initial investment is approximately £94K (inc. VAT). This includes the franchise fee, shop fit-out, and training, giving you a ready to launch working branch. With up to 70% funded through a bank loan, subject to approval, your liquid capital requirement is £24,000, + working capital to support living costs and business operations during the start-up periodYour Next Steps:
Don’t let the Mail Boxes Etc. opportunity pass you by! Just fill in the form below to request more information, today:
Why Not Take Over an Existing Mail Boxes Etc. Centre?
Purchasing an existing business can simplify the initial planning process.
Explore the opportunity of taking over an already established Mail Boxes Etc. Centre and quickly join our network with the advantage of an existing, proven revenue stream.
If you’ve always dreamed of becoming an entrepreneur, now may be the right time. In addition to giving you the opportunity to start a new business, Mail Boxes Etc. also offers the option to take over existing centres.
This is an attractive opportunity for those who prefer not to start from scratch and would rather acquire an established business.
If you can’t find an opportunity in your preferred region but are still interested in taking over a Mail Boxes Etc. Centre, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly to discuss your plans.
London Earls Court
Mail Boxes Etc. London Earls Court presents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, reputable business in one of London’s most vibrant and internationally registered districts.
Situated in a prime location with excellent footfall and strong local business activity, the centre has built a loyal customer base.
This is an attractive turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking an established business with proven demand, strong brand recognition and significant scope for future growth.
Taunton, Somerset
Mail Boxes Etc. Taunton offers a fantastic opportunity to purchase an existing, well established and profitable easy to manage town centre business operating office hours.
Operated by two staff, the business has delivered an average net turnover of £160,000, there is much scope to expand the business situated in a prime town centre location.
Glasgow, Scotland
For over 25 years, Mail Boxes Etc. Glasgow Shawlands has been the go-to hub for mailbox, shipping and postal services in the area, benefiting being the only Mail Boxes location on the south side of the River Clyde.
It has also been under its current ownership for over 15 years and has been well invested in during that time, the store is presentable and in a prime location.
The store also benefits from high quality printing and finishing equipment, providing high quality printed output very efficiently and rapidly, allowing the ability to offer same day printing.
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Mail Boxes Etc. Cheltenham offers a fantastic opportunity to purchase an existing, well established profitable city centre business operating weekday office hours.
The business offers the full Mail Box’s product range, but is very strong in packing and shipping, serving more than 20 auction houses and multiple antique dealers, regularly shipping high value international items. There is significant opportunity for growth in the small business market in Gloucestershire.
Liverpool, Merseyside
MBE Liverpool offers an excellent opportunity to take over a long-established, city centre business with a proven track record, having been successfully operated by a single owner for over 21 years.
Located in a busy, high-quality commercial area, the centre benefits from a strong and loyal customer base, including auction houses, universities, corporate clients and premium hotels, alongside a highly valuable mailbox rental income generating over £37k per annum at 100% gross profit.
Newcastle Upon Tyne
MBE Newcastle offers a fantastic opportunity to purchase an existing, well established and highly profitable city centre business, operating office hours.
Set up and operated by the existing franchisee for over 16 years, the business has delivered an average EBITDA of £145,000 per annum over the past 5 years.
Currently operated by the franchisee, assisted by two full time staff there is still much scope to expand the business which is located on a street of retail units in Newcastle City Centre.
Canterbury, Kent
Since opening in June 2012, Mail Boxes Etc. Canterbury has established itself as a respected and popular business in the St. Dunstan’s Area of Canterbury. It is the local “Post Office” in this part of the city.
With a loyal and regular clientele of both business and public taking advantage of all the services available. The business has been and continues to be robust, having been a lifeline for the area during the pandemic with all other shops closed.
The business also benefits from a very affordable lease, high gross margins, low staff turnover, a loyal customer base and opportunities for expansion.
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
MBE Tunbridge Wells offers a great opportunity to purchase an existing, well established business that has proven strong business performance over many years.
The business is based in a prominent high street location, has a fantastic reputation as evidenced from its Google Ratings profile. There is much scope to take this business forward, maximising growth opportunities, building on a very strong balanced, business performance scorecard.
Golders Green, London
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