• Each DJ may only compete in one territory per category • Multiple category entries are permitted (one declaration per category) • All submissions must be original work performed by the declaring DJ • Submissions must adhere to time limits specified for each category • Use of copyrighted material must follow fair use guidelines • DJs must have competed in at least one elimination or final round before the World Finals. Age Restrictions • Each DJ may only compete in one territory per category • Multiple category entries are permitted (one declaration per category) • No age restrictions for the DMC Competitions, but venue age limits (18+ or 21+) may apply. Eligibility • Competitors who either: • Hold a valid national passport, or • Can provide verifiable proof of residency in the country for a minimum of six (6) consecutive years will be eligible to enter that country’s local national DMC competitions. If the competitor advances through the competition, they will officially represent the DMC branch country in which they qualified. Proof of Residency Requirements Accepted documentation must demonstrate continuous residency and may include (but is not limited to): • Long-term visa or residency permit • Tax records or government-issued identification • Employment records or contracts • Utility bills or lease agreements • Bank statements showing local address • Educational enrollment records Final determination of eligibility will be reviewed and approved by the local DMC branch in coordination with DMC Headquarters. Representation Cap Each national branch may send a maximum of one (1) Migrant Competitor to the DMC World Finals per competition category, provided they have qualified through official national channels. Restrictions Once a Migrant Competitor has represented a country at the DMC World Finals, they may not represent another country in future DMC competitions unless: • They obtain official citizenship and passport status in the new country, and • A minimum stand-down period of three (3) competition years has passed since their last representation.

• Each DJ may only compete in one territory per category • Branch entries are available when your territory hosts the category • Winners from each branch qualify for Regional Finals • Regional winners advance to World Finals • Branch competitions follow standardized judging criteria • Each branch may have additional local requirements • No registration fees for competing DJs.

• Wildcard entries are available when your territory does NOT host a category • Wildcard competitors submit video performances for review • Top wildcard performers from each category qualify for World Finals • Wildcard spots are limited based on category • Video submissions must meet technical specifications • Wildcard deadlines are typically earlier than branch deadlines

• Technical skill and execution • Creativity and originality • Musical selection and programming • Stage presence and performance • Judges decisions are final • Scoring is done independently by certified DMC judges

• World Finals bring together all qualified competitors • Finals are held annually at a designated championship venue • Travel and accommodation support provided for finalists by local branches • Travel and accommodation support for the Wildcard provided for finalists by DMC HQ • Championship includes sponsor prizes and title recognition • Winners receive the coveted DMC Championship title • All finalists gain access to exclusive DMC network and opportunities