Online Competitions in United Kingdom 2026–2027 | Deadlines & Entry Guides

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Eligibility and deadline checklist: For UK entrants, confirm whether eligibility covers England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and check age limits, entry fees in GBP and prize-delivery restrictions. Some opportunities listed below may be international, already closed or unavailable to local residents. Always confirm the current deadline, entry status and eligibility on the official organiser’s website before applying. For broader opportunities, visit online competitions worldwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I enter these competitions?

Open the competition details and follow the official organiser’s entry instructions.

Are completed competitions still accepting entries?

Usually not. Their recorded entry deadlines have passed; check the organiser for extensions or future editions.

Are international competitions open to everyone?

No. Country, age, residency and other eligibility restrictions may apply.

Explore art, photography, design, writing, technology and student competition opportunities while based in United Kingdom. This editorial guide helps British residents compare online-submission opportunities. Inclusion does not establish eligibility for entrants from United Kingdom. Check each organizer’s country rules and whether the competition is still accepting submissions.

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Find online competitions across United Kingdom

Whether you are in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, you can use online submission opportunities to discover work from international organizers. Online entry does not necessarily mean fully remote participation: some finalists must attend exhibitions or award events. Students should check age and school requirements; teams should check group size and citizenship or residency rules.

25 competitions and deadlines to investigate

These are international competition research leads, not 25 verified United Kingdom-eligible openings. Deadlines are published reference dates and must be reconfirmed before applying. Some events may not yet be accepting entries. No organizer has been represented as accepting entrants from United Kingdom without checking its rules.

  1. Graphis New Talent Awards 2027

    Category: Design · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  2. 8th Chelsea International Photography Competition

    Category: Photography · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  3. iF Design Award 2027

    Category: Design · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  4. 17th ICMA Worldwide Book Award

    Category: Book design · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  5. 9th John Ruskin Prize

    Category: Art · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  6. World Sports Photography Awards 2027

    Category: Photography · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  7. Sony World Photography Awards 2027 Student Competition

    Category: Student photography · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  8. Anthology Photography Competition 2026

    Category: Photography · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  9. 43rd Chicago Latino Film Festival Poster Contest 2027

    Category: Poster design · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  10. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2027

    Category: Portrait painting · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  11. Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2027

    Category: Wildlife photography · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  12. FIBA Photo Contest 2026

    Category: Sports photography · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  13. BBA Artist Prize 2027

    Category: Art · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  14. Splash 28: The Best of Watercolor

    Category: Watercolor painting · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  15. Bird Photographer of the Year 2027

    Category: Bird photography · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  16. The Adachi UKIYOE Award 2026

    Category: Art · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  17. Sony World Photography Awards 2027 Single Image

    Category: Photography · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  18. Communication Arts Illustration Competition 2027

    Category: Illustration · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  19. Super South Poster Design Competition 2027

    Category: Poster design · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  20. Green Product Award 2027

    Category: Product design · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  21. iF Design Student Award 2027

    Category: Student design · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  22. CEWE Photo Award 2027

    Category: Photography · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  23. Bologna Children’s Book Fair Illustrators Exhibition 2027

    Category: Illustration · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  24. 7th Bolu International Poster Design Competition

    Category: Poster design · Listed deadline:

    Country eligibility, entry fee and prize: Confirm with the organizer before applying. Dates can change and may use different time zones.

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  25. Environmental Photography Award 2027

    Category: Photography · Listed deadline:

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Competition categories and entry requirements

Art, illustration and graphic design

Review whether original artwork, digital illustration, posters or portfolios are accepted, whether generative AI is permitted and whether physical delivery is required.

Photography and creative media

Check image ownership, capture dates, image manipulation rules, consent, subject categories and submission limits.

Student, coding and research competitions

Look for separate school and university tracks. Confirm enrolment requirements, team eligibility, technical specifications and the final-round format.

How to enter from United Kingdom

  1. Open the competition details and official organizer website.
  2. Verify that entrants residing in United Kingdom are eligible.
  3. Confirm the exact closing time and time zone.
  4. Check fees, prize conditions, language and submission format.
  5. Keep a copy of your entry confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

Can people in United Kingdom enter international online competitions?

Some international organizers accept entrants from United Kingdom, but others restrict eligible countries or require local residency. Always check the official rules.

Are these 25 competitions all open right now?

Not necessarily. This is a research shortlist with reference deadlines. Organizers may change dates, close entries or open registration later.

Are all online competitions free?

No. Entry fees depend on the competition, category and participant type. Check official fee schedules.

Can students and children participate?

Only where the competition permits the entrant’s age, grade or education level. A parent, guardian or school may need to submit on behalf of a minor.

Editorial note: This page is a discovery resource, not a guarantee of eligibility or availability. Official organizer rules take precedence.

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Explore competitions by category and participant type in United Kingdom

Use subject, age, entry fee, location and submission mode to narrow your search. Eligibility must be confirmed with each organizer; a contest appearing here is not proof that all residents of United Kingdom may enter.

Art, illustration, drawing and painting

Check originality, accepted media, image dimensions, shipping rules and whether digital entries are accepted. Explore online art competitions.

Drawing competitions for children and school students

Young entrants may need parental consent or school approval. Age bands and judging criteria vary by organizer. Search drawing contests for kids.

Photography, film and design

Photography awards often set rules for image capture dates, editing and consent. Design calls may request project descriptions, mockups or portfolios. The Sony World Photography Awards organizer provides official entry requirements for its programs.

Student photography and graphic design

Some student categories require current enrollment, while open-age contests may accept independent creators. Explore student photography and graphic design competitions.

Writing, coding, AI and STEM competitions

Writing events may set language and word-count rules. Technology challenges can have online qualifiers and in-person finals. Check team size, education level and residency restrictions.

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These locations can help visitors refine their searches, but local search results may include national or international events rather than locally organized competitions.

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Competition deadlines and official registration

Check each listed closing date against the official organizer website, including its time zone. Read fee, prize, eligibility and submission rules before applying.

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Frequently asked questions about competitions in United Kingdom

Can I enter international online competitions from United Kingdom?

Sometimes. Participation depends on the organizer’s country eligibility rules and the applicant’s age or student status.

Are online competitions free?

Some are free and others charge fees by entry type. Check official rules for costs and prize conditions.

Are all competitions fully online?

No. Some allow online entry but require finalists to attend a physical event or submit physical artwork.