Do you have a special ability or skill and are looking to get discovered? Why not try out to compete on the popular reality show America's Got Talent. If you want to show your talent to the world for a chance to win the $1 million prize plus your own Las Vegas show, read on to learn how to become a contestant on America's Got Talent.

In order to get your special talent or ability recognized by appearing on America's Got Talent, the first people you need to impress are the producers of the show. In order to do that, you need to fill out the questionnaire and send in a video or attend an open casting call.

There are four steps that need to be followed for the process, these include:

• Know the Requirements
• Complete the Questionnaire
• Create a Video
• Open Casting Option

Each of these steps are explained in more detail below.

While having a special talent is a main requirement to appear on the show, prospective contestants must also meet additional criteria to be considered. Additionally, specialized acts, such as those containing animals or may be dangerous require further paperwork.

1. You must be a legal citizen of the United States and eligible to work in the countryhttp://www.americasgottalentauditions.com/paperwork/AGT4_participant_release_and_info.pdf
2. You must either be over the age of 18 or have permission to perform and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardianhttp://www.americasgottalentauditions.com/paperwork/AGT4_participant_release_and_info.pdf
3. You or anyone you know may not be employed with NBC, General Electric, FremantleMedia North America Inc. or affiliated companies within the past two yearshttp://www.americasgottalentauditions.com/paperwork/AGT4_participant_release_and_info.pdf
4. You may not be a candidate for or hold a public officehttp://www.americasgottalentauditions.com/paperwork/AGT4_participant_release_and_info.pdf
5. If you are performing with an animal you must provide additional paperwork including immunization papershttp://www.americasgottalentauditions.com/paperwork/AGT4_participant_release_and_info.pdf
6. If you are participating in a potentially dangerous or physical stunt, you must agree to provide additional paperwork filled out by a doctorhttp://www.americasgottalentauditions.com/paperwork/AGT4_participant_release_and_info.pdf

While a paper application can only say so much about your special talent or skill, it can provide producers a glimpse into your life and personality. Producers require all interested in competing on the show, including each member or a group, to complete and sign a questionnaire.

1. Visit the NBC official site to download and print the questionnaire
2. Complete the entire questionnaire, printing legibly in dark-colored ink
3. Answer each question honestly as all responses may be verified
4. Be sure each member of your group completes their own questionnaire
5. If you are using an animal or performing a dangerous or physical stunt be sure to download and complete the additional required formshttp://www.americasgottalentauditions.com/paperwork/AGT4_participant_release_and_info.pdf
6. Read and sign the attached release forms

Producers want to see exactly what you can do, so to see you your special talent or skill, they require prospective contestants to send in a short video showing off what they bring to the show.

1. Videos should be two-to-three minutes in lengthhttp://www.nbc.com/americas-got-talent/casting/
2. Videos may be in VHS, DV or DVD format; additionally, you may upload your video and submit the link and application onlinehttp://www.nbc.com/americas-got-talent/casting/
3. Videos should be clearly labeled with your name, act name, address and phone numberhttp://www.nbc.com/americas-got-talent/casting/
4. Videos should should show your special talent or act and include all members of your grouphttp://www.nbc.com/americas-got-talent/casting/
5. Videos can be submitted online or mailed along with your completed questionnaire and other required forms to:

• • America's Got Talent
  • 3727 W. Magnolia Blvd., #808
  • Burbank, CA 91505http://www.nbc.com/americas-got-talent/casting/

If you'd rather show producers in person your special talent, rather than submitting a video, you may attend one of several open casting calls across the country.

1. Visit the NBC official site for dates, times and locations for open casting calls
2. Pre-register online to attend the specific casting call you wish to attend
3. Be sure to arrive early so you are seen in the time allowed
4. Bring your photo ID and prepare for a long day
5. Perform your best, you may not have another chance to convince producers you belong on the show