Travel Photographer of the Year 2026

• TPOTY

• Deadline: October 12th, 2026

• Category: People, Wildlife, Underwater, Street, B&W, Landscape, Adventure, Color...

• Prize: Total Prizes £50K + £10K Cash + Exposure

• Entry Fees: Yes

• REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE

The Travel Photographer of the Year Awards (TPOTY) is a truly global photography competition created by photographers, for photographers. It celebrates the incredible diversity of travel photography and welcomes photographers from every corner of the world. Whether you are an amateur discovering your passion, an established professional, a beginner taking your first steps behind the camera, or an experienced expert, TPOTY offers a platform for photographers of all backgrounds and skill levels. Age is no barrier either — whether young or old, there is a place for you at Travel Photographer of the Year.

For 24 years, TPOTY has been showcasing some of the very best travel photography from around the world, providing photographers with an international platform to share their vision, creativity and unique perspectives. Over the years, the competition has attracted entries from photographers in 160 countries, reflecting the truly international nature of the awards. Its winners represent an equally diverse community, with both amateur and professional photographers from 60 different nationalities having achieved recognition through TPOTY.

More than simply celebrating beautiful images, TPOTY brings together a worldwide community of photographers united by a passion for travel, storytelling and visual creativity. Whatever your experience, background or location, Travel Photographer of the Year invites you to share your perspective with the world.