How much do basketball players earn in Élite 2?

Reported monthly pay in Élite 2 runs from €1,500 to €9,000 per month. By role: rookie €1,500 to €2,500, rotation player €3,000 to €5,000, starter €5,500 to €9,000, import player €4,000 to €8,000. Figures are gross monthly pay. Source: League data, 2023.

Can a non-EU player sign in France?

France is an EU market, so EU passport holders count as local players under Bosman. A non-EU player needs a work permit and takes up one of the club's import slots. Locally trained player minimums apply across divisions Élite 2: Locally trained player minimums, typically 1 non-EU max plus Bosman imports. NM1: Max 1-2 foreign imports per roster.

When do clubs in France sign players?

The main signing window in France runs June to August, when most rosters are decided. A mid-season window around Late February covers replacements and injury cover.

Basketball salaries in France

What clubs actually pay across 5 France divisions, who is allowed to sign, and the months when rosters are decided. Built from player reports, agent data and league sources, updated as contracts are confirmed.

5: Leagues tracked
€800 to €9,000: Monthly pay across tiers
June to August: Primary signing window

Leagues and pay

Western Europe · EU

Betclic Elite → Élite 2 → NM1

Salaries · Betclic Elite

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When clubs sign

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEP

OCT

NOV

DEC

Primary windowMid-season windowNow

Import rule · Betclic Elite: Locally trained player minimums apply across divisions
League structure: Betclic Elite → Élite 2 → NM1
Salary basis: Not documented yet

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