Media Centre

Page Updated 5 March 2025

Representatives from traditional media, professional journalists and digital content creators are requested to apply for accreditation for the Eurovision Song Contest by mid-April 2025 to allow delegations and organizers to prioritize allocations.

Later applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis according to capacity.

Media with a focus exclusively on the Eurovision Song Contest should apply for accreditation by Friday 21 March 2025 at 17.00 CET. All requests will be processed after this deadline and applicants will be informed of the result as soon as possible. 

In all cases multiple applicants from the same media organization should ensure they insert the same reach and platform information when applying. 

All those applying for accreditation agree to abide by the Code of Conduct for the event. Failure to adhere to the Code of Conduct could result in accreditation being refused or withdrawn.

Please read the following information below before applying.

Click here to complete your application. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE  

Professional journalists, creators, and those working exclusively for traditional media outlets at the event, can apply in the M 1 to 3 categories. You will be asked to upload supporting evidence of your role (a copy of a national or international media card or proof of employment by your respective organization) in order to complete your application. 

Those working for media solely dedicated to coverage of the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC Focused Media) or Digital Content Creators can apply in the M4 category.  

In all categories you will be asked to give details of the reach of your publication, and any associated social media platforms, and details of your planned coverage of the event in order to complete your application.  

You will need to upload a copy of your National ID or Passport to complete your application. (Please note: driving licences cannot be used)

Representatives from both traditional and ESC-focused media will also be able to apply for Online-Only accreditation to enable remote coverage.  

In all cases, when approving applications, priority will be given to representatives from outlets with the highest reach.

Should there be multiple applications from the same media outlet, again, reach will be considered when allocating the number of accreditations for an individual outlet.  

If you are working for a National, Regional, Local or niche media outlet in a participating country your application will be reviewed by the Head of Media for the broadcaster from that country.

If you are working for:

• a media outlet with an international audience
• a media outlet based in a non-participating country  
• any media outlet specialized in coverage of the Eurovision Song Contest or; 
• are a content creator on a social media platform  

your application will be reviewed by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU)’s Communications Team.  

MEDIA CATEGORIES

If your application is successful, you will be allocated Media accreditation in one of 5 categories: 

M1 – International Media (media with a global audience or significant international reach (e.g., large international broadcasters, global media organizations).
M2 – National Media (national TV channels, newspapers, or radio networks with distribution and audience primarily within a participating country)
M3 – Regional or Niche Media (local broadcasters, regional newspapers or a niche media outlet that focuses on specific areas such as music, entertainment, or cultural events within a participating country)
M4 – Digital Content Creators and ESC-Focused Media (e.g., blogger, vlogger, podcaster, social media influencer) producing content for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, blogs etc. and/or with a focus exclusively on the Eurovision Song Contest)
M5 – Online Media Centre Access Only (media representatives who are only applying for access to the Online Media Centre and not seeking on-site accreditation)

Those with accreditations M 1 – 4 will be able to access the event onsite in Basel and the Online Media Centre. 

M5 accreditation gives you offsite access to the Online Media Centre only. 

Those who apply to attend the event in person might be granted M5 accreditation to enable them to cover the event as the capacity for the Media Centre in Basel is limited. 

Accreditation Handbook 

Please familiarize yourself with the rules and terms and conditions of accreditation for the Eurovision Song Contest before completing your application. 

Entering Switzerland 

For up-to-date information on how to prepare for your trip to Switzerland please regularly consult the Visit Switzerland website

Visa 

If you need a visa to enter Switzerland, please follow the normal procedure.  

HOTEL BOOKINGS 

Media representatives interested in booking hotels in Basel can email [email protected] for information on rates and availability. 

Questions? 

• For technical support using the EventGo platform (e.g. you are unable to upload a photo), please contact [email protected]
• For all other questions about the accreditation procedure (e.g. if you need to make changes to your application), please contact [email protected]
• For contact details for Heads of Media and other enquiries about the shows, event, artists etc. please contact [email protected]

ONSITE FACILITIES 

The Media Centre in Basel will be open from Sunday 11 May until the early hours of Sunday 18 May. 

These are the provisional opening hours which are subject to change.

The Media Centre will contain two areas, one in front of the Media Conference room and a quieter location behind where media can work in a quieter environment.

Both areas will have access to desks, screens showing Dress Rehearsals and Live Shows, fast wi-fi connection, power sources and printers as well as interview rooms and radio studios (bookable onsite). 

There will be access to food and drink facilities on site.

ONLINE FACILITIES  

An Online Media Centre - where Dress Rehearsals and Media Conferences can be viewed - will be available for those who wish to apply to cover the event remotely as well as those on-site. 

ACCESS TO REHEARSALS AND LIVE SHOWS 

Media representatives will not be able to view or access any individual artist rehearsals taking place between Saturday 3 May and Saturday 10 May either at the arena or in the Online Media Centre. 

This is to allow all artists to rehearse in private and the production to perfect each performance before it is seen in full when dress rehearsals begin on Monday 12 May. 

Excerpts from the 2nd individual artist rehearsals will be shared on the official ESC, and some participating broadcasters’, digital channels. 

1st Dress Rehearsals - Monday 12, Wednesday 14 and Friday 16 May

Media representatives accredited onsite will be able to access the first Dress Rehearsal inside the arena for each Live Show to aid their reporting. 

Please note: No filming or photography is permitted inside the arena during the first Dress Rehearsal for each Live Show, including on mobile phones, and you cannot bring any camera or filming equipment inside. 

These rehearsals WILL NOT be viewable in the Media Centre and the Online Media Centre. 

2nd & 3rd Dress Rehearsals - Monday 11 to Saturday 17 May

These rehearsals will have an audience and a valid ticket will be required to enter the arena. 

No filming or photography equipment can be brought into arena during these shows. If you have a ticket please see the advice from Ticketmaster on what can be brought inside the arena (such as forbidden items).

These rehearsals WILL be viewable in the Media Centre and Online Media Centre.

Live Shows - Tuesday 13, Thursday 15 and Saturday 17 May

A limited number of agency photographers will be able to access the Live Shows (on Tuesday 13, Thursday 15 and Saturday 17 May) inside the arena by request, but all other accredited media will need to be in possession of a valid ticket to do so. 

No filming or photography equipment can be brought into arena during these shows. If you have a ticket please see the advice from Ticketmaster on what can be brought inside the arena (such as forbidden items).

Non-Rights Holders can obtain content from the Live Shows via the national participating broadcaster from their country or, if international, via WorldLink. More details will be made available closer to the event on conditions of use.

LIVE STREAMING AND BROADCASTING FROM WITHIN THE MEDIA CENTRE AND OTHER DESIGNATED MEDIA AREAS

Further details on the conditions for live streaming and broadcasting from within the Media Centre will be made available shortly. 

Please consult the full ESC Filming and Publishing Rules for guidance on all media coverage from the venue, which will be made accessible closer to the event.

The EBU's Terms and Conditions (available in the Accreditation Handbook) are applicable to, and binding upon, all individuals submitting an application for accreditation to the Eurovision Song Contest and/or all individuals accredited to the Eurovision Song Contest and/or are given an Accreditation Card (including any holders of TLA).