Can foreigners apply to be a flight attendant in the USA?

Airlines in the United States require flight attendants to be U.S. citizens, have permanent resident status, or have valid work visas. In general, applicants must be at least 18 to 21 years old, although some airlines have higher minimum age requirements.



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It isn't unheard of for U.S. airlines to draft pilots from foreign ranks. Recently, discount startup Breeze began recruiting under the E-3 pilot visa program, which provides visas to Australian pilots who have already landed a job at a U.S. airline.

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You must be a US citizen, a US permanent resident or otherwise be in possession of general work authorization and be able to enter or exit the US without restriction. Citizenship is not required but work authorization is.

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A crew member serving on board in the United States needs a crew visa C-1, D, C1/D or a modified B-1 visa, except for citizens of Canada.

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It's possible to become a flight attendant with no experience if you dedicate yourself to getting an interview and passing the training period. It's not an easy job and the time away from home and long hours put some people off.

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Airlines provide a three- to six-week training program for their flight attendants. You will typically attend training for eight hours a day throughout the duration of the program. This training prepares you to use airport codes, make PA announcements, perform routine job duties and handle in-flight emergencies.

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For those interested in becoming a flight attendant, you have to first apply to various airlines and get hired. If you get the gig, you then take their three-to-six week intensive training course.

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During this six week course, you'll be immersed in a mix of fast-paced classroom, online and hands-on training. Although training is unpaid, food and lodging are provided.

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It is estimated that up to 60% of flight attendants fail their initial training and are released before getting hired because of the rigorous nature of their on-boarding.

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For aspiring flight attendants, Delta Air Lines, ranked by its employees as one of the best places to work, is also one of the most difficult places to get a job. It's harder to get invited to Delta flight attendant training than it is to get into Harvard University.

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For aspiring flight attendants, Delta Air Lines, ranked by its employees as one of the best places to work, is also one of the most difficult places to get a job. It's harder to get invited to Delta flight attendant training than it is to get into Harvard University.

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Flight attendants may have hours or even days between flights to travel and see local attractions. Some airlines also allow flight attendants to earn additional mileage or flight benefits. This means many flight attendants can fly for free on their company airlines even when they are not working.

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A high school degree is required, with 2 or more years of college preferred. A flight attendant working for United Airlines should be able to read,write, speak and understand English. Speaking a second language fluently is not required, but is an asset.

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