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Kenya Airways cabin crew requirements
The hard filters Kenya 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
21 years
Most carriers set 18; Gulf and US majors usually 21.
Height & reach
165 cm min · 212 cm reach
212 cm is the toughest reach standard in the index — 16 airlines ask for it.
Tattoos
Nothing visible in uniform
No visible tattoos while in uniform. Like most of the 59 airlines we index, nothing may show while you are in uniform.
Languages
English + Kiswahili
Fluent English and Kiswahili; additional international languages are an advantage.
Education
KCSE mean grade C+ or equivalent; a diploma or degree strengthens an application.
Also required
Medical, swimming & documents
Kenyan citizenship or right to work in Kenya, ability to swim, valid passport, clean background check and a cabin crew medical certificate.
Work rights matter here
Kenya Airways expects the right to work in Kenya. Without it, applications are usually filtered out before assessment regardless of how strong the rest of your profile is.
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Stricter or softer than its rivals?
| Airline | Min age | Reach | Visible tattoos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya Airways | 21 | 212 cm | Not allowed |
| Ethiopian Airlines | 18 | 212 cm | Not allowed |
| EgyptAir | 18 | 160 cm height | Not allowed |
| Royal Air Maroc | 21 | 160 cm height | Not allowed |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum height for Kenya Airways cabin crew?
Kenya Airways measures reach rather than height alone: you must touch 212 cm, with a minimum height of 165 cm. Practise against a wall on tiptoes before the assessment day.
Can you join Kenya Airways cabin crew with tattoos?
No visible tattoos while in uniform. Covered tattoos are not a problem; anything showing in uniform is.
What age do you need to be to apply to Kenya Airways?
The minimum is 21. 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 Kenya Airways's official careers page before ruling yourself out.