KWC Online 2026

KWC 2026 Las Vegas

KWC Online is a video competition for singers in countries without a national KWC competition (check list of active countries & their home pages HERE). Winners will be chosen to represent their countries at KWC finals in October.

Shall we see you in Las Vegas?

Click here to register

Are you a passionate singer from a country without a KWC national competition?

Now is your chance to compete for a spot in the Karaoke World Championships (KWC) finals in Bangkok!

Sing. Record. Upload. Compete.
No entry fee – anyone can participate!
Winners receive an invitation to the KWC 2025 World Finals!
One chosen singer will win FREE TRIPS & ACCOMMODATION to KWC 2025 BANGKOK finals.
One runner-up will win free accommodation for the week.

The online competition runs until the end of JULY 2025.
Join our global karaoke community and show the world what you’ve got!

What is KWC Online?

The Karaoke World Championships (KWC) is the biggest and most prestigious global karaoke competition, bringing together singers from around the world.

Normally, singers compete through national KWC competitions, with winners advancing to the World Finals. KWC Online is an alternative entry path for singers in countries without an official KWC competition this year.

Winners of KWC Online will receive an invitation to represent their country in the KWC 2025 Finals in Bangkok!

Note: One singer will win free trips and accommodation and one runner-up will win free accommodation. Other chosen contestants must cover their own travel, accommodation, and registration fees.

How to Join?

First, read all the rules and instructions on this page and then...

Record a video of yourself singing a song.
Use THIS FORM to send us your video before the end of May.

Countries with local competition

If you are from any of these countries, you cannot participate KWC Online. You must qualify through the local competition. Click the country's name to get more info and links to your local competition.

List of countries is constantly updated. Stay tuned!

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Solo singers only (No duets/groups).
Must be 18 years old before October 2026.
No active management or recording contract that prevents participation.
Can not represent a country with a national KWC competition in 2026. See this list.
Registration for KWC Online 2026 ends in July 31.

MUST HAVE EITHER:

Citizenship (passport & social security number), OR
Lived in the country for at least 3 years.

TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE RULES

You can sing any song, in any language, and any style!
Record anywhere – at home, outdoors, in a pub, etc. Your singing must be the main focus.
You may use a microphone, mixer, EQ, reverb, etc., as long as the vocal performance is live and captured with the video.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS

One-take video (no cuts, one camera only).
Your face must be visible throughout the song.
No talking or intros – just the song.
Max song length: 6 minutes.

MAKE SURE:

Your face is clearly visible (good lighting).
Your voice is well balanced with the music.

DISQUALIFICATION REASONS

Offensive or inappropriate content.
Overuse of effects that alter the vocal performance.

WE WANT SINGERS WHO:

Have a unique voice and talent worth showcasing on the world stage.
Can engage an audience – perform as if you were live on stage!
Represent the diversity and spirit of global karaoke.

JUDGING CRITERIA

Voice & Technique
Artistry & Stage Presence

WHAT YOU CAN WIN

The best singers will be invited to the KWC 2026 Finals!
The one video with the most votes will win free accommodation in Las Vegas!

IMPORTANT:

To confirm participation in the Finals, finalists must pay a €50 registration fee.
Chosen finalists will be announced on the first week of August.
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