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How to apply to SWISS
Where SWISS recruitment stands today, what to prepare before you touch the form, and every stage between the application and the offer call.
Regular intakes for Zurich (German-speaking) with periodic Geneva campaigns; applications open on the SWISS careers portal with assessment days scheduled throughout the year.
The application, stage by stage
- 01
Apply online with CV, photo and motivation letter via the SWISS careers portal.
- 02
Complete an online assessment and video interview screening.
- 03
Attend a selection day in Zurich with group exercises, language checks and a personal interview.
- 04
Pass the medical examination and security background verification.
- 05
Complete the paid initial training course (around 7 weeks) before supervised 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 →German and English
SWISS requires German alongside English, which narrows the field considerably — make your level obvious on the CV.
Practise real questions →Check you qualify before you apply to SWISS
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 SWISS hiring cabin crew right now?
Actively hiring. Regular intakes for Zurich (German-speaking) with periodic Geneva campaigns; applications open on the SWISS careers portal with assessment days scheduled throughout the year.
How long does the SWISS 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 SWISS?
A one-page CV, a passport with unrestricted travel, education certificates and proof of any languages you claim. EU/EFTA nationality or Swiss work permit, minimum age with customer service experience preferred, ability to swim, and residence within Switzerland or the border region required.