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How to apply to Air New Zealand
Where Air New Zealand recruitment stands today, what to prepare before you touch the form, and every stage between the application and the offer call.
Expressions of interest open for Auckland and Wellington flight attendant intakes across 2026; hiring pace flexes with fleet availability, so registering early in the pipeline matters.
The application, stage by stage
- 01
Register an expression of interest online for your preferred base and await an intake window.
- 02
Complete online assessments and an on-demand video interview.
- 03
Attend an assessment day with group exercises, customer scenarios and a reach/swim declaration.
- 04
Panel interview with cabin crew recruitment and leadership.
- 05
Offer conditional on medical, drug and background checks, then a five-to-six-week training course before line flying.
Prepare these before you apply
A one-page cabin crew CV
Screened in seconds, often by software first. Lead with customer-facing experience and state languages honestly.
Build one free →Documents and right to work
Passport validity, work authorisation and education certificates get checked early — have scans ready.
CV & photo guide →Assessment day readiness
The group exercise eliminates more candidates than the interview. Know how assessors score behaviour before you walk in.
Assessment day guide →English fluency
Every airline in our index tests spoken and written English. Practise the interview out loud, not in your head.
Practise real questions →Check you qualify before you apply to Air New Zealand
Answer five questions about your age, reach, tattoos, languages and documents — we check them against every airline's published requirements and show you exactly where you stand.
Frequently asked questions
Is Air New Zealand hiring cabin crew right now?
Periodic intakes. Expressions of interest open for Auckland and Wellington flight attendant intakes across 2026; hiring pace flexes with fleet availability, so registering early in the pipeline matters.
How long does the Air New Zealand application process take?
Expect roughly 4-12 weeks from application to a decision, plus training and — for international bases — visa processing before your first flight. Silence beyond about six weeks usually means an unsuccessful file.
What documents do I need to apply to Air New Zealand?
A one-page CV, a passport with unrestricted travel, education certificates and proof of any languages you claim. NZ or Australian citizenship or permanent residency; valid passport; able to swim 50 m; functional reach to overhead lockers assessed; pass medical, drug/alcohol and security checks.