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How to apply to Ryanair
Where Ryanair recruitment stands today, what to prepare before you touch the form, and every stage between the application and the offer call.
Recruitment days run continuously across Europe via Ryanair and its partners Crewlink and Workforce International; new courses start almost every month as the 737 MAX fleet grows.
The application, stage by stage
- 01
Apply online via Ryanair careers or a partner (Crewlink/Workforce) and select a recruitment day.
- 02
Attend an assessment day with group exercises, English test and short interview — decisions come fast.
- 03
Accept an offer with an assigned training location and base; sign the training agreement or bond.
- 04
Complete the 6-week initial training course (safety, SEP, sales) at your own or bonded cost.
- 05
Pass supervised line flights and checks, then begin full flying at your assigned base.
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 →English fluency
Every airline in our index tests spoken and written English. Practise the interview out loud, not in your head.
Practise real questions →Check you qualify before you apply to Ryanair
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 Ryanair hiring cabin crew right now?
Actively hiring. Recruitment days run continuously across Europe via Ryanair and its partners Crewlink and Workforce International; new courses start almost every month as the 737 MAX fleet grows.
How long does the Ryanair 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 Ryanair?
A one-page CV, a passport with unrestricted travel, education certificates and proof of any languages you claim. EU/EEA passport or unrestricted right to work in the base country, ability to swim, willingness to accept any assigned base initially, and payment or bonding of the initial training course.