Qatar Airways Cabin Crew Requirements

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Qatar Airways may be one of the more recent international airlines in operation, but they are also one of the fastest growing.

Flying between more than 150 destinations the award winning airline has won Skytrax’s ‘Airline of the Year’ title six times, most recently in 2021.

Base:

The Qatar base is in Hamad International Airport, in Doha, State of Qatar.

Cabin Crew Requirements:

  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
  • Arm reach of 212 cm when standing on tiptoes
  • A good level of health and fitness
  • Able to swim 25 metres
  • Great communication skills
  • Willing to relocate to Doha, Qatar
  • Positive attitude
  • Outgoing personality
  • Can work with a multicultural team

Salary:

Year one target salary of approx. £19,000, not including bonuses and benefits.

Other Benefits

  • Staff travel opportunities
  • Flexible working hours
  • Performance bonuses
  • Meal allowance
  • Employee health and dental insurance
  • Productivity bonuses
  • Pension plan for employees
  • Security of working for a financially stable airline
  • Permanent contracts available
  • Post employment training and development opportunities

Company Facts:

Founder: Akbar Al Baker (re-launched the airline in 1997)
CEO: Akbar Al Baker
Founded: 1997
2019 Turnover: £10.7bn
Fleet Size: 233 aircraft, including the models Airbus A380, A350 and A320, Boeing 777 commercial and cargo aircraft, Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

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97 Comments

  1. Donata?
    I’m too young to apply but I’m wondering if an air hostess on Qatar airways can wear hijab. Is it allowed?

    1. The current information we have is that at the moment, the only airline that accepts the wearing of hijab while in uniform is Saudi Arabian Airlines. The carrier is also a dry airline, with no alcohol service on bard any of their aircraft. All other major airlines in the Middle East require that female cabin crew don’t wear their hijab while in uniform and they also expect all cabin crew to serve alcohol to the passengers. I hope this helps!

  2. Hi. I’m confident in myself that I have all the requirement to apply. However due to current pandemic I understand it’s an extreme tough time for airlines field, therefore I wonder if there are enough new positions that are being offered by Qatar Airway? If the chance to get accepted and started the job at this moment is not high I will consider doing something else and apply later when things get better. Thank you

    1. At the moment, jobs are on hold due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, and we have no definite timescale for when things are likely to open up again – it could be a while! It may be a better option to concentrate on getting some relevant career experience in another area then applying later.

  3. Hi now i am 15 years old and i want to become a cabin crew Now i am in Italy so i must move to qatar?
    When i will be 18 years old what can i do for this job? I must want until 21 years old or i must study anything?

  4. Hello, Good Day!
    I hope you are safe and doing well in this time of pandemic crisis. I am 21 years old from the Philippines, I am currently Studying Bachelor in Science in Architecture, 4th year college. Time changes and I want to change my career path and do what I love the most. I got all the physical and personality requirements but I need to do few fixing for my teeth and wear braces and I wear contact lenses as my eyes doesn’t have 20/20 vision. May I ask how and where can I apply? I am currently residing in Cebu City, Philippines. I will greatly appreciate your response. More power!

  5. Hi. I’m already done with high school. I’m in campus(University) and I have the minimum age which is 21. I also have the required height which is 167.64 cm.
    1] Where can I get the Form to apply for the Qatar Cabin Crew job. I’m am also willing to relocate to Qatar.
    2] Do they also need IELTS (International English Language Testing System).
    3] I’m fluent in my English and I’m from Africa, Kenya.

  6. Hello! At the age of 15, I am really interested in Qatar airlines, so I have plans on taking tourism for college in order to apply on it. I just wanna ask if qatar airlines are allowing their cabin crew to wear hijab or veil? It is because I’m a muslim woman.

    1. The current information we have is that at the moment, the only airline that accepts the wearing of hijab while in uniform is Saudi Arabian Airlines. The carrier is also a dry airline, with no alcohol service on bard any of their aircraft. All other major airlines in the Middle East require that female cabin crew don’t wear their hijab while in uniform and they also expect all cabin crew to serve alcohol to the passengers. I hope this helps!

        1. Yes you would have to apply online through the Qatar site – however we are not sure due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis when recruitment will re-open.

  7. Hi,

    I was wondering one must have a command in the English language to get accepted as a cabin crew in Qatar airways? If so, what type of degree is required? I am asking for a friend whose English is intermediate and could barely communicate with native English speakers.
    I am looking for a solid answer to know if she is going to get accepted or not, since she has been putting plethora of time and effort into the work. That being said, I have got some doubt for her to be accepted in the said company due to her English.

    Best Regards,

    1. Hi there,

      You would need to be able to communicate fluently with native English speakers in order to be accepted for the role. Formal qualifications are desirable, but they’re not essential! The airline will include english language tests for non-native speakers as part of the process.

      I hope this helps!

  8. Hi,I’m from Sri lanka. I’m undergraduate of HND in tourism and hospitality management and BA(Hons) Business Management. I hope to follow LOUIS PRESTON IATA foundation Diploma(Canada) too want to join with Qatar airways after my graduations. I want to join qatar airways. How can i apply?

  9. Good day My name is Lyra Lee and i am living in the Philippines.My question is can i apply as a cabin crew eventhough i am married and i am turning 33 on August. I am also an ofw before in Taiwan for the past 4years and six months and i just came back to the Philippines last July 2019.I am also doing a part time modelling in Taiwan as well as a pageant and a competition.No tattoos with complete set of teeth 5”6 height and 50kgs of weight and slim body.I am looking forward to work as a cabin crew this is my dream when i was young until now.I am hoping for your response and hoping you can help me to fulfill my dream..Thank you so much

    1. Yes you can apply if you are married, and your age is not a problem, as there is no upper age limit. To find out more about the application process you can see our article here!

  10. Hello. I’m a High School Graduate, I’ve just graduated this year. What’s the minimum Education level you must have inorder to apply for Qatar Airways? Do they accept 18 years of age too?

    1. If you have a high school diploma then you will be fine to apply. However you would have to wait to apply to Qatar until you are 21, Qatar are strict about their age requirements. You could always get some experience with another airline in the meantime though – the majority take applicants from 18 years of age.

      1. Helloo donata..i am high school graduate but i was working five star hotel nairobi now i want apply for qatar cabin crew would they accept me still? Am 161 cm nd am 55 kg…i live kenya nairobi

  11. Am benazir from India I applied for Qatar airways …. I have tattoos in my wrist but I removed but still I have laser marks do they appoint me for cabin crew or they will reject me …… and also I have tattoo in my chest and neck but I heard that there is no problem if it’s hiding in qr uniform ….. I kno many qr crews with hidden tattoo….. my problem do they accept my wrist with laser scars ????

    1. Hi Benazir,

      As long as the tattoos on your chest and neck are fully hidden while you’re in uniform then this will be fine.

      Regarding the scars on your wrist this depends on the severity of them – if they are likely to fade over the coming months so they will be barely noticeable by the time you would begin your training then this is likely to also be fine.

  12. I wanna get an idea about the weight. I’m not slim and also fat. But I’m 160cm and 67kg will they reject me.? I don’t have a healthy bmi rate

    1. Hi there, it would depend on how your weight is in proportion to your height, and if you can meet the requirements of bing able to pass through the aisles of the plane easily and strap yourself comfortably and safely into the jumpseat.

  13. Hello
    I am from South Africa and very passionate about cabin crew. How does one apply for cabin crew position and the guidelines to follow, in order to be a successful candidate.

  14. Hello, I was asked to go to an open day cabin crew, but it says to not expect an interview, is this only to drop my CV, or they do interview some candidates that may be more able to get recruited?

  15. Is it required in Qatar Airways for the cabin crew to have the complete tooth? Because I have 2 teeth that are not growing anymore maybe because I’m already 18. But I’m worried that I will be taking tourism in college, and looking forward finishing the whole 4 years then after I graduate there I already know that they don’t accept lack of teeth.

    1. It depends how this affects the appearance of your teeth overall, and if your smile is still aesthetically pleasing and your dental health otherwise good. However you still have time to consider options with improving the appearance of your smile before you’re old enough to apply to Qatar, if this is something that really worries you.

  16. Hi there!
    I am willing to apply for a cabin crew position with Qatar Airways! Yet my concern would be about my piercings ;( I have a helix piercing in one ear and a double lobe in the other! Do you think this would be an issue? Would taking them off while interviewing be enough?
    Thank you in advance

    1. Hi there, I would think that with these piercings as long as you take any rings/jewellery out then this should be fine!

  17. Hi Donata
    I’m Maria from Angola, I’m currently looking for new challenges in my career and I wish I could have some help from you guys.

    1. Hi there,

      There isn’t a definite answer to this but many airlines specify that your weight/build should ideally be proportionate to your height, that you must be able to pass through the aisle of the aircraft easily, and be able to strap yourself comfortably into the jumpseat.

  18. Hello! I want to apply for Qatar airlines but by the moment I am in Dubai so I can’t even enter the website of Qatar. I will be late for the assessment day in Ukraine but still hope to go to Prague. Do you know if there will be any another assessment day in Ukraine during the first part of this year? Or is it possible to send an email request with my CV ? Can you please tell me the email address of Qatar recruitment team?

  19. Hello, I’m from Nigeria I have a degree in Transport management but I really love cabin crew job. My height is 156, what is my chances?

  20. Hi’ I’m Gaurav (25yr)from Delhi’ I’hv done my 12th but
    Unfortunately i couldn’t compete my graduation’ so for becoming a cc is it required that you hv to be graduate first?

  21. Hi there.my name is moreen ,am intrested in joining the crew staff..am here in Qatar already in different company. How can i apply please .thanks

    1. Hi there,

      You can be accepted if you wear contact lens. Acceptable vision for a cabin crew is 20/40 with glasses or contact lenses – you don’t need to have 20/20 vision to qualify for the position! You should wear your lenses or glasses while taking the vision test.

  22. i want to be a cabin crew of qatar airways . iam a fresher, if qatar airwys will hire fresher for cabin crew.?? my height is 173 cm

    1. Hi there,

      You don’t need to have had previous experience of being cabin crew to apply, if this helps!

      1. Hlo there…. M willing to apply as a cabin crew for Qatar but I have got a vampire teeth on the upper left side of my jaw but yet it doesn’t effect my smile ……so am scared that if I could still apply or not..??

        1. As long as your teeth are in good dental health and your smile is aesthetically pleasing then this shouldn’t be an issue.

  23. HI DONA TA I AM ATTENDING THE ASSESSMENT DAY IN CAPETOWN BUT I HAVE SHORT HAIR IS IT A PROBLEM OR NOT? OR THEY ONLY NEED LONG HAIR

    1. Hi there,

      It won’t necessarily be an issue as long as you are well groomed otherwise, and your hair is well styled and feminine. Qatar do tend to prefer to have their female crew with long hair however, so it might be an idea to mention that you are planning to grow it out.

    2. Hi! I’m taking tourism on college this year and I’m thinking of applying to qatar airways after I graduate, Do I really need to have a perfect skin to be able to be accepted?

      1. Hi there, Qatar do place a lot of importance on appearance but you are allowed to cover up any skin imperfections with make-up.

  24. Hello miss, I’m preparing my self for Qatar airways open days in Kuala Lumpur.
    I cant swim but I’m pretty much confident for rest of the requirements.
    Swimming skill must?

    1. Hi there,

      Yes, unfortunately swimming skills are a must! If you are in the process of learning this might help your application, maybe consider an intensive course so that you can learn and meet the requirements? You will not be required to demonstrate your swimming skills until the Cabin Crew training, so this would allow some time.

  25. hey there.. i am 12th pass . 5”6 height & wanted to join qatar airways now mu concern is i hv a tattoo in my wrist so can it creat an issue for this company

    1. Hi there,

      Yes unfortunately it would be an issue for Qatar as they have a very strict policy on tattoos. Other airlines may allow you to cover it with cosmetics.

  26. Hi there
    I want to apply for Qatar air ways but my height is 5’1 should I sit for the interview , I m really scared ?

    1. Hi there,

      The important thing with Qatar is reach – you must be able to reach a height of 212cm whilst standing on tiptoes.

  27. I have joined Qatar airways as a customer care executive. Can I get a chance to move as a cabin crew…?? My age is 35

    1. Hi there,

      Yes you are able to apply to a cabin crew vacancy with Qatar, and your customer service experience would be very helpful in this position! Your age is not an issue, many applicants your age or older begin successful new careers as crew.

    1. Hi there,

      You would have to remove your piercing while you were on duty, but as long as you meet the other requirements there’s no reason why you can’t apply!

  28. Hey,I’m Eddie,and I’m only 19 y.o. But I want apply for cabin crew.I know I’m too young (21y.o.)But I wanna get some trainings or study.I don’t have any experience in Airways.I want get experience.And Im here in Doha already few moth.So what can I do?Waiting for answer)Thank you)

  29. Dear Concern,

    I’m a 22 years old Indian resident keenly interested to work with Qatar Airlines as a Cabin Crew.

    I had faced interviews in reputable Airlines viz. SpiceJet and Indigo but got rejected because of tattoos on my hand.

    To pursue my interests, I’ve undergone treatment of tattoos removal but a few visible scars are left which by time will be diminished.

    I request you to clarify whether I am eligible to apply or not.

    Regards
    Satish Sewani

    1. As long as the scars are fully healed than this shouldn’t be an issue for you to apply, especially if they will fade further still with time.

        1. Hi there,

          Although Qatar do not specify a minimum height requirement you would need to have a reach of 212cm or 6.9ft. You can find out more about the Cabin Crew reach test here.

  30. Hi! I am 25 from the Philippines. I believe I am qualified based on the requirements stated above. Is it okay if I can only speak english and not the local language? However I am very much willing to learn it and the job itself. How to start applying? Thank you!

    1. Hi there,

      It depends on the base that you are applying to, and speaking the English language fluently is required for the job.

  31. Hy mam i Paballo in South Africa i want to join the crew but my concern is am 30 years old,if i may ask am qualifying to apply?

    1. Hi there, yes you can still apply to Qatar to be crew at 30 – there is no official upper age limit.

  32. Hi there!

    Do you know if Qatar alloewd people with braises? I just go throw the final enterview with Emirates with them (braises) but I don´t know if in Qatar they alloewd…

    1. Braces are unfortunately not allowed for Qatar Airways, but if you’re close to the end of your treatment will be able to remove your braces soon contact the recruitment team for advice – they still might allow you to apply if your braces will have been removed before the end of the application process and training.

  33. Dear sir or madam,
    I need a vacancy in Qatar airways i had done the course of cabin crew and I’m ready to locate in Doha
    Thanking you
    Shireen

    1. Hi there! You have to apply directly to Qatar Airways for a cabin crew position, but you can read our guide on how to apply here!

  34. Hi,
    I want to be a cabin crew, currently I’m studying my Level 2 course in NCFE Cabin crew and travel and tourism course. I have got some doubts which I want to clear . With my level 2 course I’m also studying my English GCSEs and maths functional skills, I wanted to know if I don’t pass my maths and English if I can still become a cabin crew. I believe that my English is very good and I have also got one year experience in customer service. Do I still need to study English and maths? If I don’t pass . I have read on some sites where it says you don’t need to have English and maths qualification for cabin crew, whereas with customer service skills experience you can get cc job . I want to work for Qatar Airways or Air India.

      1. hi mam I want to join Qatar airways cabin crew I m living in kuwait I m from Pakistan currently working in Starbucks since 3 years and living in kuwait since 14 years how I can apply for the job please guide me thanks a lot

          1. Hlo I’m Muskan from INDIA. I have a cut in my left hand but the marks is very rare I can cover it by makeup they reject me for cabin crew. Please tell me

          2. Hi there, if the scar is not prominent then this might not be a problem – they will also take into account whether it may heal and fade over time. Hope this helps!

      1. Hello do they hire people who are 40 years and above but are slim and 204 m as height. Do they have black cabin crew members from South Africa

        1. In general the height limits for crew are 6ft2″, or 189 cm, but there are no restrictions on age and ethnicity for applying.

          1. Hi there,

            Qatar are very strict in their tattoo policy, and they must not be visible at all whilst you are in uniform – so tattoos on the face and neck, the arms and hands, and legs below thigh level are not permitted. You will not be allowed to cover tattoos with concealer or other cosmetics either with Qatar.

          2. Hey I’m Moroccan and I want to join cabin crew do you have any email that I can apply with, I have 3 years experience in Qatar within the Islamic museum of art waiting for your reply thank you.

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