Hold a valid passport (with a minimum of 12 months before expiry date) with unrestricted right to live and work in the UK and which allows unrestricted global travel. You must be eligible to acquire a US Visa. To provide satisfactory references for the last 5 years and to undergo a Criminal Record Check.

No, you do not need to be a British citizen to work for British Airways, but you must have the legal right to work in the UK. This usually means holding a valid work visa or "Indefinite Leave to Remain." British Airways employs a diverse, international workforce, particularly for its cabin crew and ground staff roles. However, there is a catch regarding documentation: as of 2026, dual nationals and non-UK citizens must ensure their digital immigration status is fully up to date and linked to their passports to facilitate frequent international travel. Some specific security-sensitive roles at certain airports might require a longer history of UK residency (usually 5 years) for background check purposes, but nationality itself is not a barrier for most positions as long as you have the proper work authorization.