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Qantas cabin crew requirements
The hard filters Qantas 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
210 cm reach
6 airlines ask for the same 210 cm; 16 demand more.
Tattoos
Nothing visible in uniform
Tattoos must be covered while in uniform; visible tattoos are generally disqualifying uncovered. Like most of the 59 airlines we index, nothing may show while you are in uniform.
Languages
Fluent English
Fluent English; additional languages (Japanese, Mandarin, French and others) are an advantage for international flying.
Education
Year 12 or equivalent; current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate and senior first aid typically required.
Also required
Medical, swimming & documents
Australian/NZ citizenship or unrestricted work rights; ~210 cm reach; able to swim 50 m and tread water; pass a full medical and police/security clearance (ASIC).
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Stricter or softer than its rivals?
| Airline | Min age | Reach | Visible tattoos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qantas | 18 | 210 cm | Not allowed |
| Singapore Airlines | 18 | 158 cm height | Not allowed |
| Cathay Pacific | 18 | 208 cm | Not allowed |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | 18 | — | Not allowed |
| Japan Airlines | 18 | — | Not allowed |
| Korean Air | 18 | 208 cm | Not allowed |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum height for Qantas cabin crew?
Qantas measures reach rather than height alone: you must touch 210 cm. Practise against a wall on tiptoes before the assessment day.
Can you join Qantas cabin crew with tattoos?
Tattoos must be covered while in uniform; visible tattoos are generally disqualifying uncovered. Covered tattoos are not a problem; anything showing in uniform is.
What age do you need to be to apply to Qantas?
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 Qantas's official careers page before ruling yourself out.