The National Geographic Traveller (UK) Photography Competition 2026 is open for entries
National Geographic Traveller (UK) Photography Competition 2026 is now open, inviting photographers to submit their finest travel images from the past year.
Open to residents of the UK and Ireland aged 18 and over, the competition celebrates the breadth and creativity of modern travel photography. Entrants have the chance to see their work published in National Geographic Traveller (UK) and to win exceptional travel prizes. Selected entries will also be showcased at a dedicated event later in the year.
Photographers may enter images into up to eight categories, each highlighting a different way of seeing and interpreting the world. Two new categories join the line-up this year: Aerial, recognising the growing impact of drone photography, and Rising Star, designed to support emerging talent aged 18 to 25.
EXPLORE THE CATEGORIES
URBAN | WILDLIFE | LANDSCAPE | FOOD | PEOPLE | PORTFOLIO
* NEW FOR 2026 *
THE GRAND PRIZE
The competition is sponsored by Hahnemühle, with further category prizes to be announced.
- An 11-day holiday for two to Canada. The winning photographer will receive a self-drive trip through British Columbia courtesy of Journeyscape, including return flights from the UK to Vancouver, car hire, entry to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park and accommodation across Vancouver, Sun Peaks, Revelstoke, Nelson and Osoyoos.
- One of five subscriptions to National Geographic Traveller (UK).
- A 30-minute mentor session for all category winners with the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Art Director and Photography Editor.
Entries close at 11.59pm on 22 March 2026. Judges will be announced in due course. Full category guidelines, terms and conditions and entry details are available online.
Enter here: National Geographic Traveller (UK) Photography Competition 2026
SPONSORS INCLUDE
Founded in 1584, Hahnemühle is the market leader in premium quality paper for artists, photographers, museums and life science customers, driven by innovation, craftsmanship and pure spring water.
More sponsors to be announced.
