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How to apply to Kenya Airways
Where Kenya Airways recruitment stands today, what to prepare before you touch the form, and every stage between the application and the offer call.
Recruits in batches tied to fleet and network plans rather than continuously; vacancies appear on the KQ careers portal and close quickly, so set alerts.
The application, stage by stage
- 01
Apply online through the Kenya Airways careers portal when a cabin crew vacancy is advertised.
- 02
Shortlisting on education, height/reach, language and documentation criteria.
- 03
Assessment day in Nairobi with group exercises, English testing and a grooming check.
- 04
Panel interview with recruitment and inflight services staff.
- 05
Medical examination, security vetting and reference checks.
- 06
Several weeks of safety and service training at the Pride Centre before the first supervised flights.
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 →Kiswahili and English
Kenya Airways requires Kiswahili alongside English, which narrows the field considerably — make your level obvious on the CV.
Practise real questions →Check you qualify before you apply to Kenya Airways
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 Kenya Airways hiring cabin crew right now?
Periodic intakes. Recruits in batches tied to fleet and network plans rather than continuously; vacancies appear on the KQ careers portal and close quickly, so set alerts.
How long does the Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways?
A one-page CV, a passport with unrestricted travel, education certificates and proof of any languages you claim. Kenyan citizenship or right to work in Kenya, ability to swim, valid passport, clean background check and a cabin crew medical certificate.