Traveling the world can be costly, but contestants on The Amazing Race can see the world on CBS's dime, while competing for the grand prize of $1 million. If you and a partner have a keen sense of navigation and the mental and physical toughness to win a race around the world, then competing on The Amazing Race may be right for you. Read on as this page explains how to become a contestant on The Amazing Race.

• Be certain you meet all the requirements to apply

• Make sure each participant of the team completes their own application

• Use the three minutes of your video wisely, showing the producers how you would be a great contestant

• Be genuine, but stand out from the rest

• Clearly label all applications, videos and photos

• Prepare to be challenged like never before

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Participating in a race around the world is very exciting, but becoming a contestant on The Amazing Race is easier said than done. Due to the high demand for spots on the popular show, CBS producers accept applications and videos for the popular reality show all year round. Prospective contestants must also travel to continue the casting process in several locations across the United States and in Los Angeles.

In addition to a desire to see the world and compete for the $1 million prize, prospective contestants must meet a series of eligibility requirements to be considered for the show.

1. Each team must be able to travel to several locations across the country and to Los Angeles for the casting processhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
2. Each member of each team must be over the age of 21http://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
3. Both members must be U.S. citizens and reside in the countryhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
4. Neither applicant may be in the running for or hold any public office; selected contestants may not run for public office for one year after the show airshttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
5. Applicants must be in top physical and mental healthhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
6. Prospective contestants must disclose if they have been convicted of any crimeshttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
7. Each person must have a valid U.S. passport or be in the process of obtaining onehttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
8. Each person must agree to be filmed for up to 24 hours a day, seven days a weekhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
9. Participants must agree to receive all necessary immunizations deemed necessary for the triphttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
10. Prospective contestants or their immediate family members may not be associated with WorldRace Productions, Inc., Jerry Bruckheimer Films, Inc., Amazing Race Productions, Inc., CBS Broadcasting Inc., ABC Studios or other parent or subsidiary companieshttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf

As contestants compete in teams, generally of two people, each person on the team must complete and sign the lengthy application. The application provides producers with a spotlight into your life, including your personality, family life, career and physical abilities.

1. Download and print The Amazing Race application from the CBS official site
2. Each prospective contestant must fill out their own application completelyhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
3. Be honest, but show why you would make a great competitor
4. Type or write legibly using dark-colored ink
5. Read and sign the attached release forms

Words on paper can only show so much about you, so like most reality shows, producers for The Amazing Race as all prospective teams submit a short video. If you have a great story to tell or a unique personality, this is the time to let it all out and show them why you'd make a great world traveler.

1. Videos must be a maximum of three minutes and include both team membershttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
2. Videos must be in VHS or DVD formathttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
3. Prospective contestants should clearly state their names, relationship and phone numberhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
4. Teams should explain why they'd be perfect for the race, showing their personality and uniquenesshttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
5. Videos must be labeled with the team members' names and the numerical code of the closest city:
   • 1. Los Angeles, CA
   • 2. New York, NY
   • 3. Seattle, WA
   • 4. Chicago, IL
   • 5. Dallas, TX
   • 6. Detroit, MI
   • 7. Boston, MA
   • 8. Atlanta, GA
   • 9. Miami, FL
   • 10. Denver, COhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
6. Videos should be sent along with both applications, proof of valid passports and photos of team members individually and together to:

• • The Amazing Race Casting (City # _____)
  • 200 North Continental Blvd., 2nd floor
  • El Segundo, CA 90245http://www.cbs.com/casting/amazing_race/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf