Dreaming of sun-drenched days in Mallorca, cheeky chats, and coupling up in front of millions?

The Love Island UK 2026 season (officially Season 13) is your moment to turn heads and find your type on paper. With Season 12 delivering bold personalities, viral moments, and refreshing authenticity, here’s your exclusive guide to what ITV is really looking for next.

What Season 12 Taught Us About Getting Cast in Season 13

Season 12 contestants showed us that ITV is leaning into personality-driven casting:

  • Emotional resilience wins hearts: Sophie Lee (29, motivational speaker) shared her inspiring burn recovery story and became the season’s emotional anchor.
  • Humour + quirks = screen time: Megan Forte Clarke (24) joked she likes “pasty guys like Timothée Chalamet” and gained a following for her relatable TikToks.
  • Unfiltered confidence is key: Conor Philips (25) called himself the “CEO of mischief” and used cheeky lines like “Wanna go halves on a baby?”—which went viral.

Takeaway: ITV wants unique individuals who are witty, emotionally open, and authentically themselves.

Love Island UK Season 13 (2026) Casting Call – Quick Facts

  • Season: Love Island UK Season 13
  • Application Window: Expected October 2025 – April 2026
  • Apply At: www.itv.com/loveisland
  • Filming Window: Likely June – August 2026
  • Location: Mallorca, Spain
  • Eligibility:
    • 18+ by May 1, 2026
    • UK resident or valid UK visa
    • Must be single
    • Valid passport
    • No ties to ITV or its affiliates

How to Apply: The 4-Step Audition Proces?

  1. Online Application
    Submit a detailed form with personal info, lifestyle habits, and a 60-second video that captures your essence.
  2. Casting Interviews
    Be prepared for video/phone chats where casting wants the real you.
  3. Background & Medical Checks
    ITV conducts extensive psychological, criminal, and health checks.
  4. Commitment
    If selected, you must be available for up to 10 weeks of filming.
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Killer Audition Video Tips (Inspired by Season 12)

  • Example intro: “Hi, I’m Megan, a musical theatre geek from Brighton! I’m loud, loyal, and always laugh at my own jokes. I’m tired of dating frogs—I’m ready for the ring!”
  • Stick to 60 seconds. No exceptions.
  • Use daylight, a clear mic, and minimal editing (CapCut or iMovie).
  • Smile, flirt, and speak clearly.

Application Form Hacks

  • Ditch the clichés (“I’m bubbly,” “I love love”).
  • Use humor and vulnerability—share awkward dates, weird habits.
  • Drop one-liners that show your voice, like Shakira’s “I’m one ring away.”
  • Confidence over clout: Contestants like Megan (with 20K TikTok followers) made it because of humour, not fame.
  • Quirks matter: Blu Chegini charmed by speaking Spanish and calling Maya Jama his “crush.”
  • Humor sells: Helena Ford joked, “laugh me into bed,” and her banter got attention.
  • Backstory boosts: Sophie Lee’s survivor narrative gained audience loyalty.

Social Media Prep (Optional but Effective)

  • Curate your feed—not perfect, but engaging.
  • Show your humor, fitness, travel, or passion content.
  • Be active during casting months. Producers do watch.

What Not to Do (Mistakes Season 12 Avoided)

  • Overedited, fake videos with music and filters
  • Trying to “play a role” instead of being natural
  • Ignoring the 60-second video rule

Final Thoughts

Love Island UK 2026 (Season 13) could be your moment. With ITV now choosing Islanders with real stories, humor, and a spark, being yourself is your best asset.

Be witty like Conor, resilient like Sophie, and honest like Megan. Stand out not by being perfect—but by being memorable.

Visit www.itv.com/loveisland and @LoveIsland on Instagram/X for the official casting drop in October 2025.