How to apply to be on ‘The Bachelor’

Have you been looking for love in all the wrong places? Think you have what it takes to be the next Bachelor/Bachelorette? We agree! So here’s how you apply.

More and more people are finding love through diverse and non-conventional means, from dating apps to reality shows, to marrying at first sight. Truthfully, there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to dating anymore. How you meet your person is far less important than the fact that you met them at all. So an island full of people competing for your love and affection? Sounds pretty good to us! Or maybe you want to be the one competing, trying to snag the next bachelor or bachelorette of your dreams. Imagine, you could be the next Sean Lowe, the next Hannah Godwin, or the next Travis Stork. Even better, Joey Graziadei was just named as the Bachelor for season 28, so try not to run us over on your way to apply.

Getting cast on the Bachelor/Bachelorette is as easy as 1-2-3. Step one is to head over to the Bachelor Nation website and say “I Do” to hitting the “Apply” button. Just think, one click, and you could be on your way to meeting your special someone. Okay, there are a few catches…

How old do you have to be to be on The Bachelor?

There are some hard and fast eligibility requirements you may want to peruse before taking the time to fill out the application. First and foremost, you have to be 21 or older. There is no fast and loose with this one, after some of the alcohol-related mishaps the show has had, they aren’t taking any chances and have had to implement some rigid rules. So 21 and up only, friends.

You also have to have a valid passport, and have to qualify as “single.” Apparently, this too has been a bit of a problem in the past. So if your answer to the question “Does anyone think they are in a relationship with you” is anything other than “no” then now may not be the time for you to apply. Tie up those loose ends before pushing that “submit” button, unless you want your ex-factor drama played out on a nationwide platform. Which don’t get us wrong, would be fun to watch, but you may find a less enjoyable experience.

Another guideline, is you have to be willing, upon selection, to agree to 24-hour-a-day filming, disclosure of any of your personal details on an international platform, and that you can’t sue if you feel the editing paints you in a bad light, so there are a few little agreements to hammer out. Yet, it’s a small price to pay for love, right?

‘Casting Calls’ coming to a city near you

The show also asks applicants to submit to a background check and some other fine print items. In addition, they encourage applicants to attend any of the open casting calls that are held in various cities around the country. The casting calls give the producers and casting crew a chance to see your flare for the dramatic, in real time. So lights-camera-action because it’s time for your close-up! Simply click on the “Casting Call” link to find one coming to a city near you.

Already paired up? That’s ok, you can nominate someone else as the application allows individuals to nominate friends or family members they think would be a good fit for the show. On an interesting side note, Bachelor Nation is also currently searching for seniors because apparently there is a new show in the works. If you know a friend, family member, or even a grandparent, who is looking for love in all the wrong places (and possibly looking in too many faces, but who’s counting?), now you know exactly where to direct them. You can also follow Bachelor Nation Casting on Instagram to see the latest news and updates on casting calls, locations, and even testimonials from previous applicants.

Now that you have all the information literally at your fingertips, the next step is up to you. Will we be seeing your name up in lights as you search for that special someone? If so, we can’t wait to be able to say that we knew you back when.