Seller Centre

eBay for Business Awards 2026

Seven winners will each be awarded a £10,000 prize
Use the funding to take your next big step and make your ideas a reality.
A growth package with 1:1 Marketplace Advisor support
Receive tailored guidance designed around your goals and plans.
A feature in an upcoming eBay ‘Seller Stories’ video
Showcase your journey to a wider audience and highlight what sets you apart.
A celebration with all the winners at an exclusive eBay event
Enjoy an evening dedicated to recognising this year’s winning sellers.

You can apply for any award category that fits your business. Just make sure your application clearly shows how you meet the criteria.

eBay Live Star Award
Recognising sellers who engage buyers in real-time and create standout live shopping experiences through eBay Live.

AI Expert Seller Award
This award recognises sellers using AI tools and innovation to transform how they list and sell on eBay.

Community Contribution Award
For sellers who go above and beyond to support, educate and connect with the wider seller community.

Rising Star Award
For emerging businesses that have gotten off to a flying start on eBay and are thinking big right from the start.

Business Growth Award
Highlighting sellers operating at scale while maintaining high standards and strong performances.

eBay Social Seller of the Year
Spotlighting sellers who are building strong communities by educating, entertaining and inspiring audiences.

Social Impact Award
Honouring businesses that create meaningful social or environmental change through their work on eBay.

Applications open 5 June

Submit your entry by 17 July to be considered for the eBay for Business Awards 2026.

Shortlisted applicants announced 31 Aug

Selected nominees will move forward and be featured in this year’s public vote.

Public and eBay voting runs 31 Aug – 17 Sept

The community votes for their favourite businesses across each category.

Start with the essentials
Tell us about your business and the journey that’s brought you here.
Share your aspirations
Explain your ambitions, future plans and how £10,000 could support your next steps.
Submit your entry
Get your application in by 11:59pm on Friday 17 July 2026 to be in the running.

Strong applications use clear examples to show your progress, your impact and your future plans.

How did you kickstart your business journey?
Let us know how it all began, from your first idea to your first sale.
What inspired you to become an entrepreneur?
Share the spark that motivated you to start your own business.
What have you been able to achieve on eBay?
Major milestones that show how far your business has come.
What are some roadblocks you have overcome?
Challenges you’ve faced and how you worked through them.
How could winning £10,000 help your business goals?
Share how you’d invest the funding to move your business forward.

Take this as an opportunity to show what makes your business stand out. Terms & conditions apply.

Hear from sellers recognised in the 2025 eBay for Business Awards.