The custom team uniform cost at Eliian typically runs about USD 5.5–13 per piece, depending on sport, quantity, fabric and decoration. This guide gives real per-unit pricing at different order quantities, explains our MOQ, and shows exactly what is and isn’t included — so you can budget accurately instead of guessing. All figures below are indicative reference prices for full-sublimation kits and are confirmed on a formal quote.
Table of contents
- How much does a custom team uniform cost?
- What is Eliian’s real MOQ?
- How does the unit price change at 10, 30, 50 and 100 pieces?
- How do soccer, basketball and baseball kit prices differ?
- What do polo shirts, jackets and full kits cost?
- Are player names and numbers included in the price?
- Are there design fees or setup (plate) fees?
- How do fabric and printing affect the price?
- Are packaging and shipping included?
- What else moves the price — OEM/ODM, shipping and rush orders?
- Are there hidden costs to watch for?
- How can I lower cost without lowering quality?
- What do you need to give me an accurate quote?
- Frequently asked questions
How much does a custom team uniform cost?
For a full-sublimation custom jersey, expect roughly USD 5.5 to 8 per piece. The exact custom team uniform cost depends mainly on the sport, how many you order, the fabric weight and the type of decoration. A soccer jersey at higher volume sits at the lower end; a baseball kit with more construction sits at the higher end. The per-unit tables below break this down instead of leaving it vague.
What is Eliian’s real MOQ?
Our minimum order quantity is 10 pieces per design. Within that same design you can mix youth and adult sizes and give every jersey a different player name and number at no extra cost, so a single small team can order without paying a penalty. There is no higher hidden minimum — 10 pieces is the real floor.
How does the unit price change at 10, 30, 50 and 100 pieces?
The custom team uniform cost per piece drops as quantity rises, because setup and plate costs are spread over more units. Reference per-unit pricing for a standard full-sublimation soccer jersey:
| Quantity | Price per piece (USD) |
| 10 pieces (MOQ) | ~ 8 |
| 30 pieces | ~ 7 |
| 50 pieces | ~ 6.5 |
| 100 pieces | ~ 5.5 |
So a 100-piece order is roughly 37% cheaper per jersey than a 10-piece order. Larger runs continue to bring the unit price down — contact us for volume pricing above 100 pieces.
How do soccer, basketball and baseball kit prices differ?
Different sports use different construction and fabric, so base pricing varies. Indicative per-piece reference prices (standard fabric, at a typical order quantity):
| Sport kit | Reference price per piece (USD) |
| Soccer | ~ 6 |
| Basketball | ~ 5.5 |
| Baseball | ~ 9.5 |
Baseball kits are usually the most expensive because of button plackets, heavier fabric and extra construction; soccer jerseys are typically the most economical. Each of these also follows the same quantity discount curve shown above.
What do polo shirts, jackets and full kits cost?
Jerseys are only part of most orders. The table below gives indicative factory-direct pricing across the rest of the range, at a small-run tier (10–50 pieces) and at volume (100+ pieces).
| Garment | Price per piece (10–50 pcs) | Price per piece (100+ pcs) |
| Full soccer kit (jersey + shorts + socks) | $13–$16 | $11–$12 |
| Basketball uniform (jersey + shorts) | $11–$12.5 | $9–$10 |
| Custom polo shirt | $10–$12 | $8.5–$10 |
| Training / warm-up jacket | $15–$18 | $13–$15 |
Polos move within the USD 8.5 to USD 12 band, because a polo is assembled from optional choices — fabric weight, fibre, decoration method, trims, private labelling and packaging — where a sublimated jersey is a fixed process. Our custom polo shirts guide takes the band apart row by row so you can work out which end of it your specification lands on, and covers the tariff trap: a knit polo classifies under 6105.20 and carries 32% US duty against 14.9% on a sublimated jersey.
Across the full range, custom team apparel runs roughly USD 5.5 to 18 per piece factory-direct for standard items — sublimated jerseys at the bottom and training jackets at the top (lined or waterproof jackets are quoted separately), while the full-sublimation jerseys described above fall in the USD 5.5–8 range.
Are player names and numbers included in the price?
Yes — player names and numbers are included in the unit price. Because we use full sublimation, names and numbers are printed directly into the fabric, so there is no per-name or per-number surcharge, and every jersey in the order can be different at no added cost.
Are there design fees or setup (plate) fees?
Design: free. We create your digital mockup at no charge. Setup / plate fee: charged. A one-time plate (setup) fee applies per design to prepare production; it is a single fee per design regardless of how many pieces you order, so it has the biggest impact on very small runs and becomes negligible on larger ones. Your quote will list this clearly.
| Fee | Charged? |
| Digital design / mockup | No — free |
| Player names & numbers | No — included in unit price |
| Setup / plate fee | None for sublimation; one-time digitizing fee for embroidered logos only |
| Packaging | Not included in unit price |
| Shipping | Quoted separately |
How do fabric and printing affect the price?
Fabric weight and decoration method both move the price. Lighter quick-dry mesh is the most economical; heavier interlock and premium fabrics cost more. Full sublimation is included in the base price and allows unlimited colors at no extra charge, while add-ons such as embroidery, twill appliqué or heat-applied badges increase the per-piece cost. Simpler designs on standard mesh keep you at the lower end of the ranges above.
Are packaging and shipping included?
Packaging is not included in the unit price, and shipping is quoted separately. Standard individual polybags and basic export packing are added as a small separate line; custom retail packaging (hang tags, branded bags) is optional at extra cost. Freight is calculated by order weight, volume and destination, and we can quote air or sea for your country together with the kit price. Import duty at your destination is separate again, and it is charged on the goods value: our shipping cost and import duty reference lists the HS codes for team kit, duty rates for the US, UK, EU, Canada and Australia, and who pays what under EXW, FOB and DDP.
What else moves the price — OEM/ODM, shipping and rush orders?
Three factors outside the garment itself change your final number. Customization model: starting from one of our existing templates (ODM) is cheaper at the sampling stage than developing a fully bespoke design from scratch (OEM) — our OEM vs ODM guide explains which model fits. Decoration method: full sublimation is included in the base price, while embroidery, twill appliqué and heat-applied badges add cost — the trade-offs are compared in our guide to sublimation vs screen printing vs heat transfer. Freight and speed: sea freight is the most economical for large orders but slower, air and express cost more and arrive in days, and rush production carries a premium.
Are there hidden costs to watch for?
A headline per-piece price is not always the full story, so when you compare suppliers ask each one to itemize the quote so you are comparing like for like. The charges most often left out are sampling fees (frequently credited back against the bulk order), setup or mould fees for embroidery, freight and import duties at your destination, and payment-processing fees. Everything on our own quotes is itemized before you commit, so there is no line you only discover at invoice stage.
How can I lower cost without lowering quality?
- Order in larger quantities — moving from 10 to 100 pieces cuts the unit price by roughly a third.
- Use one shared design — keep the same kit design across the squad so the setup/plate fee is paid once, not per variant.
- Stick to full sublimation — it gives unlimited colors at no extra charge; avoid added embroidery or appliqué unless you need them.
- Choose standard quick-dry mesh — reserve premium/heavier fabrics for where they matter.
- Combine items in one shipment — ordering jerseys, shorts and socks together spreads freight more efficiently.
None of these lower the build quality — they simply reduce your custom team uniform cost by avoiding extra charges where they aren’t needed.
What do you need to give me an accurate quote?
To quote precisely rather than in ranges, send us:
- Sport and item(s) — e.g. custom soccer jerseys, plus shorts/socks if needed.
- Total quantity and size breakdown (youth/adult).
- Your design or logo artwork, and Pantone colors if you have them.
- Whether you need player names and numbers (roster).
- Any special fabric or decoration requests.
- Destination country for shipping.
With those details we return a free digital mockup and an itemized quote — your full custom team uniform cost broken down into unit price, one-time setup fee, packaging and freight — usually within 24 hours.
If this is your first order from Asia, the buyer guide to ordering custom team uniforms from a China factory walks through each stage in sequence, and how to verify a Chinese sportswear factory covers the supplier checks to run before you send a deposit.
How much does a whole team cost? Examples for 8, 10, 16 and 20 players
Most buyers want a total for the whole squad, not a unit price. The table below multiplies our factory-direct price ranges by squad size: about USD 11–12.5 for a sublimated jersey-and-shorts set and USD 5.5–8 for a jersey only, with player names and numbers included. Our minimum is 10 pieces per design, so a squad of 8 is priced as 10, and the extra two are useful as spares.
| Squad size | Pieces ordered | Jersey + shorts sets (USD 11–12.5 each) | Jerseys only (USD 5.5–8 each) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 players | 10 (minimum) | USD 110–125 | USD 55–80 |
| 10 players | 10 | USD 110–125 | USD 55–80 |
| 16 players | 16 | USD 176–200 | USD 88–128 |
| 20 players | 20 | USD 220–250 | USD 110–160 |
Where a squad lands in the range depends on fabric, decoration (sublimation, embroidery or twill) and how many pieces you order. Shipping and import duty are not included; see shipping cost and import duty for your country, or ask for a quote with your squad size and design.
Cost by sport
The price bands above are drawn from our highest-volume categories, but three sports sit slightly outside them and are worth checking separately. Rugby jerseys carry more fabric and more stitching than a soccer shirt, so the entry price is higher — see custom rugby uniforms. American football game jerseys are cut wider and usually ordered as a two-piece set, which changes the per-player figure rather than the per-garment one; custom American football uniforms has the detail. Volleyball kit runs the other way, lighter and cheaper per piece, and is priced on custom volleyball uniforms.
Frequently asked questions
How much do custom uniforms cost for a team of 10?
About USD 110–125 in total for 10 sublimated jersey-and-shorts sets, or USD 55–80 for 10 jerseys only, with names and numbers included. Shipping and import duty are extra.
How much does one custom jersey cost?
A standard full-sublimation soccer jersey is about USD 8 per piece at our 10-piece minimum and about USD 5.5–6 per piece at 100 pieces. Sport, fabric weight and added decoration move it within the USD 5.5–8 band.
Is it cheaper to order custom uniforms in bulk?
Yes. Moving from 10 pieces to 100 pieces cuts the price per jersey by roughly 37%, because the one-time setup and plate cost is spread across more units. The steepest drop usually appears between the 50-piece and 100-piece tiers.
What is the minimum order for custom team uniforms?
Ten pieces per design. Within that design you can mix youth and adult sizes and give every jersey a different player name and number at no extra cost. Many factories start at 50–100 pieces, so this suits small clubs, school teams and brand pilots.
Does the price include printing, names and numbers?
With full sublimation, unlimited colours plus player names and numbers are included in the unit price. A one-time setup (plate) fee applies per design, and add-ons such as embroidery or twill appliqué are quoted separately.
How long does a custom uniform order take?
Bulk production takes 15–20 days after you approve the digital mockup or physical sample, plus transit time. DDP door-to-door shipping is available to 50+ countries.
Before comparing quotes, it helps to know which kind of supplier you are quoting. Our side-by-side comparison of custom team uniform suppliers sets a China factory, a US online platform, a European made-to-order supplier, a local print shop and a brand team programme against each other on minimum order, unit price, lead time and payment terms.
For basketball specifically, our custom basketball uniforms guide breaks down fabric, reversible construction, sizing and the duty rates that apply to jerseys and shorts.
Before you finalise quantities, get the sizes right. Size labels are not comparable across categories — our track pants block sits about four labels away from our jersey block at the same wearer height. The sportswear size chart holds every table, and the category guides break them down: soccer, basketball, baseball, youth, jackets and track pants and shorts.
Category deep dives. Three of the bands above have their own guide with the full cost breakdown: polo shirts, outdoor jackets and baseball jerseys, plus basketball uniforms.
Can I order only 10 custom soccer jerseys?
Yes. Ten pieces per design is our actual minimum, not a headline figure, and those ten can be any mix of youth and adult sizes with individual names and numbers. A 10-piece order sits at the top of the price range, roughly USD 7.5 to 8 for a fully sublimated jersey, because setup and pattern work is spread over fewer garments.
What affects the price of custom team uniforms?
Six things, in order of impact: quantity, fabric weight and type, decoration method and how much of it is hand-applied, garment complexity such as plackets, collars or reversible construction, packing requirements, and the incoterm behind the quote. Names, numbers and sponsor logos on a sublimated garment do not add to the printing cost, and neither do extra colours.
Related guides: sampling and lead time.
How much does a custom soccer jersey cost per piece?
At Eliian, a fully sublimated soccer jersey costs USD 5.5–8 per piece, and a jersey-and-shorts set costs USD 8–11.5, with names and numbers included. Minimum order is 10 pieces per design. Prices exclude shipping and import duty.
How much is a custom basketball uniform set?
A sublimated basketball jersey-and-shorts set costs USD 9–12.5 per set at Eliian, minimum 10 sets per design, sizes freely mixed.
How much do custom baseball jerseys cost?
Custom baseball jerseys cost USD 9.5–13 per piece, depending on fabric, buttons and decoration (sublimation, tackle twill or embroidery).
How much is a custom polo shirt with an embroidered logo?
Custom polo shirts cost USD 8.5–12 per piece (USD 10–12 at 10–50 pieces, USD 8.5–10 at 100+). The low end is a sublimated performance polo; embroidered logos, premium piqué and extra trims move the price up.
How much does a custom outdoor jacket or windbreaker cost?
Training and warm-up jackets cost USD 13–18 per piece; lined or waterproof outdoor jackets are quoted per fabric and waterproof rating, minimum 10 pieces per design. Samples take 7–10 days and bulk production 20–25 days.
What affects the price of custom sportswear?
Mainly the product type, fabric and weight, decoration method (sublimation is the lowest cost for full-colour designs; embroidery and tackle twill cost more), extra trims such as zips and buttons, quantity per design, and custom labels or packaging (under USD 1 per piece). Reorders are charged at the same price.
Is it cheaper to buy team kits from China or locally?
For 10 or more matching pieces, factory-direct from China is usually several times cheaper per garment, even after air freight and import duty. Local or online services are better when you need fewer than 10 pieces or delivery within two weeks. See our price comparison with owayo and Custom Ink.
Can you supply a youth league with 200 or more players?
Yes. Youth and adult sizes can be mixed in one order, names and numbers are included, and each team colourway counts as its own design with a 10-piece minimum. Send the full roster with the order; plan 8–10 weeks before the first game so there is time for a sample.
Is there a setup fee or design fee?
No setup fee for sublimation printing, and design mockups are free. If you change the garment pattern (the cut), the pattern fee is about USD 30. Embroidery digitizing costs USD 10–30 per logo, depending on size. Both fees are waived on orders over 100 pieces, and reorders do not pay them again.
How much does a sample cost, and is it refunded?
A sample of your own design costs USD 50–150 depending on complexity, plus shipping, and the fee is deducted from your bulk order once it reaches 100 pieces; samples of our ready-made designs are free.
Are youth sizes cheaper than adult sizes?
Yes. Youth sizes of the same design are about 10–15% cheaper than adult sizes.
What does it cost to produce one soccer jersey?
At factory level, a fully sublimated polyester soccer jersey costs USD 5.5–8, including fabric, printing, sewing, names and numbers. A jersey-and-shorts set costs USD 8–11.5. Shipping, import duty and any embroidery are extra.
How much do 20 soccer uniforms with numbers and graphics cost?
20 sublimated jersey-and-shorts sets at USD 11–12.5 each come to about USD 220–250 at factory price, with names, numbers and graphics included. Add a sample (USD 50–150 for your own design, deducted at 100+ pieces; free for our ready-made designs), shipping and import duty.