EMIRATES - MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Emirates Cabin Crew Dream: Achieving the Minimum Requirements for Success

Emirates Airlines organizes recruitment events around the globe. If you are planning to attend one of the Open Days, ensure that you meet the minimum requirements.

Who is the right candidate?

To be considered for Emirates cabin crew you’ll need to be:

  • Fluent in written and spoken English (additional languages are an advantage)
  • A natural team player with a personality that shines
  • At least 160cm tall and able to reach 212cm high
  • Able to meet the UAE’s employment visa requirements

And have:

  • At least 1 year of hospitality or customer service experience
  • A minimum of high school (Grade 12) education
  • No visible tattoos while in Emirates cabin crew uniform


As well as the role requirements, there’s a little more that great cabin crew members offer.

You should be determined to always perform well. And no doubt you’ll be able to manage a pretty demanding work schedule. Also, you’ll be culturally aware and reflect who we are – professional, empathetic, progressive, visionary, and cosmopolitan.

These are the characteristics we look for when you meet us on an assessment day, so come prepared to demonstrate these qualities individually and in the group exercises we prepare for you.

Finally, in order to set a great first impression, consult our grooming guidelines below when taking your photos for your application and when you come to an assessment day.

Finally, to make a great first impression, follow the photo guidelines for your online application.

Read more: Emirates Recruitment 2024