| Copyright | You give full consent for your photograph(s) and the related description(s) to be used by Europol in connection with the Europol law enforcement photo competition |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | open to professional and amateur photographers working for law enforcement agencies and law enforcement magazines in EU countries and countries with Europol Agreements. |
| Finish | 20 July 2015 |
| Entry fee | Free |
FinishedCategories:
- Making Europe safer. EU law enforcement officers at work, making Europe a safer place.
- Organised crime. Operational insights into the fight against organised crime, e.g. drugs and weapons trafficking, people smuggling, counterfeiting, cybercrime
- Practice makes perfect. Training exercises and manoeuvres.
- Freestyle. Law enforcement pictured in abstract, panorama and artistic form.
Prize:
- Three winning photographers will win a trip for two people to Amsterdam or The Hague, with a visit to Europol headquarters.
- The winning images will also feature in Europol’s 2016 calendars.
Image requirements: Maximum file size: 10MB; Resolution: 300 dpi
Online submission of digital photographs via the website.
Frequently asked questions — Free photography contests
Who can enter free photography contests?
Most free contests welcome photographers worldwide, regardless of experience level or equipment. Many explicitly encourage students, hobbyists, and emerging creators—always verify age requirements or thematic restrictions on the official contest page.
Are free photography contests really free?
Yes—entry is $0 across the board. Some contests offer optional paid perks like expedited feedback or printed certificates, but submission, judging, and basic participation remain completely free. Fee status is confirmed in the Quick Facts section on each PhotoCompete listing.
What prizes do free photography contests offer?
Prizes vary widely: cash awards range $100–$5,000, while non-monetary rewards include online features, publication credits, mentorship sessions, exhibition inclusion, or gear donations. Even without cash, free contests offer valuable exposure and portfolio-building opportunities.
How do I choose which free contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose theme or mission aligns with your work. Review past winners to gauge style preferences, confirm technical specs (resolution, file format), and read rights clauses carefully—even free contests may request usage rights for promotional purposes.