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Oman Air cabin crew requirements
The hard filters Oman Air 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
157 cm min · 210 cm reach
6 airlines ask for the same 210 cm; 16 demand more.
Tattoos
Nothing visible in uniform
No tattoos visible while in uniform. Like most of the 59 airlines we index, nothing may show while you are in uniform.
Languages
Fluent English
Fluent English; Arabic and European or subcontinent languages advantageous.
Education
High school minimum; diploma preferred, and prior crew experience strengthens applications in the measured intakes.
Also required
Medical, swimming & documents
Able to swim unaided; medical fitness; Omani residence visa sponsored by the airline.
Do you meet these Oman Air requirements?
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Stricter or softer than its rivals?
| Airline | Min age | Reach | Visible tattoos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oman Air | 21 | 210 cm | Not allowed |
| Emirates | 21 | 212 cm | Not allowed |
| Qatar Airways | 21 | 212 cm | Not allowed |
| Etihad Airways | 21 | 212 cm | Not allowed |
| flydubai | 21 | 212 cm | Not allowed |
| Riyadh Air | 21 | 212 cm | Not allowed |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum height for Oman Air cabin crew?
Oman Air measures reach rather than height alone: you must touch 210 cm, with a minimum height of 157 cm. Practise against a wall on tiptoes before the assessment day.
Can you join Oman Air cabin crew with tattoos?
No tattoos visible while in uniform. Covered tattoos are not a problem; anything showing in uniform is.
What age do you need to be to apply to Oman Air?
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 Oman Air's official careers page before ruling yourself out.