Documentary / Landscape / Wildlife
National Geographic Photo Contest
The overview
An opportunity for your work.
The National Geographic Photo Contest draws hundreds of thousands of entries worldwide. Winners are featured in National Geographic magazine and online platforms. Note the broad editorial licence granted.
Know where you stand
Your photographs. Your rights.
fair rights
Read the terms carefully — the licence taken is broader than we'd like.
Photographer retains copyright. National Geographic receives broad licence for editorial use.
Understand our rights ratingsWho can enter
Eligibility & entry notes.
Open to all photographers worldwide aged 18+
Beyond the prize
The Exposure Index.
platinum tier · 99/100
How we assess exposureListing last verified 1 Apr 2026
Dates, fees and terms can change. Read the current rules on the official competition website before entering.