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How to apply to Air France
Where Air France recruitment stands today, what to prepare before you touch the form, and every stage between the application and the offer call.
Runs recruitment campaigns tied to fleet growth, including a large 2026 work-study intake; CCA holders can apply when windows open on the Air France recruitment portal.
The application, stage by stage
- 01
Apply online during a campaign with CV, motivation letter and CCA status.
- 02
Complete online tests and a video or telephone pre-screening in French and English.
- 03
Attend an assessment day with group exercises, language testing and a jury interview.
- 04
Pass the aeromedical examination (visite PNC) and background screening.
- 05
Complete Air France-specific safety and service training at the Paris training centre before line flying.
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 →French and English
Air France requires French alongside English, which narrows the field considerably — make your level obvious on the CV.
Practise real questions →Check you qualify before you apply to Air France
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 Air France hiring cabin crew right now?
Periodic intakes. Runs recruitment campaigns tied to fleet growth, including a large 2026 work-study intake; CCA holders can apply when windows open on the Air France recruitment portal.
How long does the Air France 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 Air France?
A one-page CV, a passport with unrestricted travel, education certificates and proof of any languages you claim. EU right to work in France, ability to swim 50m, valid passport, and medical certificate (visite médicale PNC).