Pov: You are in South Korea. The wait is over— ‘TalkTalk Korea 2026’ is officially open for entries! Talk Talk Korea 2026 is an international Korean culture content contest organized by South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. It invites people from around the world to share their perspectives on Korean culture through creative content. It is about showcasing your love and creativity for South Korea and winning an exciting, fully funded trip to South Korea. The theme for 2026 is “My First K-Culture Moment”, encouraging participants to share the moment they first encountered K-Culture and how it influenced them. More details are below.
Details About Talk Talk Korea 2026
- Host Country: South Korea
- Who can apply: Open to all Nationals
- Rewards: Free Trip to Korea and Cash Prizes
- Deadline: 28th Sept, 2026
Who Organized Talk Talk Korea?
The competition is organized by the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism in collaboration with the Korean Culture and Information Service (KOCIS).
The competition is open to everyone, regardless of age, nationality, or experience level.
Perks & Benefits
It is a travel voucher worth up to $2,000 USD, allowing the winner to freely select their flights, accommodations, and travel experiences.
There are 124 winners across the four categories, including main prizes and participation awards.
Categories of the Contest
The Talk Talk Korea contest has five different categories:
- Video: Create a 30–60 second video sharing your first K-Culture experience. Videos can be created as vlogs, cinematic videos, animations, or other creative formats.
- Photo Book: Create a photo book that captures your first encounter with K-Culture and tells your personal story through images.
- Drawing & Illustration: Create an original drawing or illustration representing your first K-Culture experience.
- Writing: Submit a slogan and written proposal describing your first K-Culture experience and how Korean culture has influenced you.
Eligibility Criteria
- The contest is open to all nationals.
- Applicants can apply as an individual or as a team
- No prior experience is required.
- Follow the submission guidelines of each contest.
- Participants can submit Multiple entries across different categories.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: September 28, 2026, by 11:59 PM KST
- Winners Announced: November 5, 2026
- Online Awards Ceremony: November 17, 2026
How to Apply for Talk Talk Korea 2026?
The step-by-step application process:
- Visit talktalkkorea.or.kr.
- Choose a category in which you would like to participate.
- Read the description, requirements, and submission guidelines.
- Fill out the application form by clicking on Participate.
- You must sign up and log in before applying.
- Artworks without titles or descriptions may be excluded from judging.
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