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ANA (All Nippon Airways) cabin crew requirements
The hard filters ANA (All Nippon Airways) applies before a recruiter reads your CV — age, reach, tattoos, languages and documents, with how strict each one is compared to the rest of the industry.
Minimum age
18 years
Most carriers set 18; Gulf and US majors usually 21.
Height & reach
No published minimum
Reach matters more than height: you must access the emergency equipment overhead.
Tattoos
Nothing visible in uniform
No visible tattoos; Japanese carriers apply this strictly and tattoos remain culturally sensitive. Like most of the 59 airlines we index, nothing may show while you are in uniform.
Languages
English + Japanese
Business-level Japanese plus English (TOEIC 600+ or equivalent expected).
Education
Junior college, vocational college or university graduation required.
Also required
Medical, swimming & documents
Ability to reach overhead stowage (functional reach tested at assessment), corrected vision to standard, swimming competence and Japanese work authorization.
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Stricter or softer than its rivals?
| Airline | Min age | Reach | Visible tattoos |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | 18 | — | Not allowed |
| Singapore Airlines | 18 | 158 cm height | Not allowed |
| Cathay Pacific | 18 | 208 cm | Not allowed |
| Japan Airlines | 18 | — | Not allowed |
| Korean Air | 18 | 208 cm | Not allowed |
| EVA Air | 20 | 208 cm | Not allowed |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum height for ANA (All Nippon Airways) cabin crew?
ANA (All Nippon Airways) publishes no fixed height minimum — the test is whether you can reach the emergency equipment in the overhead compartments.
Can you join ANA (All Nippon Airways) cabin crew with tattoos?
No visible tattoos; Japanese carriers apply this strictly and tattoos remain culturally sensitive. Covered tattoos are not a problem; anything showing in uniform is.
What age do you need to be to apply to ANA (All Nippon Airways)?
The minimum is 18. There is no published upper limit at most carriers, and experienced applicants in their 30s and 40s are hired regularly.
Requirements change without notice — tattoo and grooming rules in particular have been relaxed at several airlines since 2022. Always confirm on ANA (All Nippon Airways)'s official careers page before ruling yourself out.