Application for Gulf Air
 

I submitted an application about 2 weeks ago and haven't gotten a response. How long after the application do they contact you.

Hi there, i think it was about 3 weeks after i submitted my application when Gulf got in touch with me.

Am sure you'l hear soon

Good Luck xx:ok:

I heard the day after I submitted my online application but I reckon that was only coz they were coming to Ireland a few weeks later for an assessment day.

Exchange rate
 

Guys, did you notice, the exchange rate for Bahreini Dinars to Euro has changed - if before 1 € was 0.58 BD, than now it is already 0.48, which means the salary is increasing for like 200-300 euros!! What do u think of that, what is the economical situation in Bahrein, do u think the exchange rate will remain that low?

ah, and, is it true there's gonna be some delay with visa arrangement? I heard so!

cheers, elena

Gulf Air
 

If you have scars and your legs and you wear stockings to hide these scars, do you still get rejected by gulf air?

as long as they don´t see them it is ok, in my interview i had a burn in my forearm and they ask me about it, i just told the truth and i got through, but try to hide the scar with make-up or sth.
:ok:

Swimming test
 

I have a few questions:

1. Do gulf air have swimming tests.
2. If they do have swimming test, do they allow you to go into the water with a life vest.
3. When you are in the pool swimming, what do you wear?

You swim 50m unaided i.e. no lifejacket (we were told that this will definitely be tested) you wear swimsuit then wear trousers of some description eg leggings, tracksuit bottoms - you want to wear something that is light weight material, then a long sleeve top not revealing at all. Really trendy...not!

hiya....good question as I´ve got in my papers sth that I should bring AS a swimsuit: trousers and T-shirt.....but as I as I know first will be tested the swimming only in the swimsuit ....? Am I wrong ?:O

hiya sonia :)
i think the swimming test in middle east airlines is done in swimming clothes, i mean leggings and t shirt........as in case of ditching you will be wearing the uniform.........

Recruitment Barcelona
 

Hi Sonja,
I have a question for you. I have a good friend here in Spain and she was offered the position with Gulf Air. First they told here, that she will made 3000usd a month and than they changed it to total salary of 1700 euros. They also want her to pay 350 euros just to start the visa process, and of course, they did not tell her about it before. I used to be a flight attendant as well, but now I am working as a pilot. I am from Czech originally as well. But I have never seen such a bad contract in my life (very unprofessionaly made), no mention of the recruitment company in it. The also said, that the company may change allowance rates any time they feel like it. Do you have the same experience on your interview? Anybody else has the same experience of contract companies lying to people just to get them? May be Gulf air is ok, but the guys who represent them are bad. Anybody else had to pay 350 euros just to start the visa applications? thanks!

Leaving To Bahrain On 29th November
 

i did interview in Barcelona and I had to pay 350€ what´s the problem?? we pay that for burocracy instead of the company. the salary is 3000 dollars=1700 euros.
now i have my visa and waiting for the ticket, i am very happy to go now as i am 2 months waiting for this.......
i will keep everyone informed

10 years ago, when I was a flight attendant, they were offerring in middle east about 4000 usd. But just to let you know, your exchange calculations are wrong.
3000usd=2328euro. 1700euro = 2191usd. So you guys are making much less. I am shocked, that they are able to find people. I am not saying this to put you down guys, I am just saying this, because something happened to the flight attendant jobs. It seems to be worse and worse. But of course, if it makes sense for you to go and work for such little money into middle east, it is your choice.

yah maybe my calculations are wrong because i didn´t looked the currency conversor (soooooorrrrrrrrrrry!!! :)
but my reason to work as cabin crew in the middle east is just because i love flying, i only have 6 months experience (nothing) and i am looking forward to fly again. i worked for qatar airways and despite short time there i was so happy.
i like the culture and lifestyle and everything.
and even if they didn´t pay me anything i would fly for free for them
:)
you get my point?????????????
:ok:

Do they really make you pay for your visa? This is their problem! Not yours!

Working for free? Surely you can't be that desperate!

Hi guys, I have just found out, that the 350 euro's, the company here in Barcelona is taking for visas, is illegal. Gulf Air does not know anything about it and it is just going into their pockets. There is nothing written about it in the contract. One flight attendant contacted Gulf Air and the guys were surprised about it. This local hiring contractor told the girl, that she was stupid to ask them and they told her, that she is out. Sounds little bit like a mafia. The way to fight the 350 euro is to contact Gulf Air, but don't necessary give them your name, so that the local contracting mafia does not know, who has done it. Gulf air was upset about it and said, that they will contact them about it.
If somebody is willing to work for free or does not care about contracts, than the this business goes down the drain.

Hiya....well...I am actually a bit shocked:ouch: as well as they didn´t tell us anything about 350 euros payment for Visa processing....not at all. There´s nothing in my contract either....don´t know where the info came from but I suspect that noone would even thought about joining Gulf Air if you have to pay for that. Visa is their "problem" and not ours....sorry for being a bit upset but I don´t really get it. I haven´t paid for anything yet.

My visa is ready now but unfortunately I am ill, so unable to fly at the moment and if everything goes well for me, would be on my way to Bahrain just before the New Year´s Eve.:)

The only thing that is a bit strange is that everybody got a Welcoming package before visa and they sent out a Security Clearance. I got something like that from the interview...hopefully.... but last week I had a phone call from the Recruitment Team Manager asking if I want to fly out.....nothing about the fee for Visa.

It is a bit surprising.:*

To the salary: It is the same salary you would get in Czech airlines I guess. And...you don´t have to pay for your accommodation, transport to the airport etc. What more do you want. And of course...this is not forever, you can stay just for a couple of years....save some money, which you cannot do in the Czech at the mmt....and then come back. I would take it as an experience and maybe a bit of adventure...why not!!! :ok:

hi everyone, the famous 350€ is not for the payment of the visa, Gulf Air doesn´t charge anything. that money is for the agency or broker in this case i talk about my interview in spain. at the end of the interview gulf air told us we had to pay that money to the agency because they don´t work for free, obviously.
the point is airlines like emirates, etihad, qatar airways pay the agency.
at least in spain, gulf air it doesn´t, so candidates have to pay it.that´s all!!!!!!!

Hi,
I am currently 17 hoping to aquire a job as cabin crew next year.
I just have a few questions.

1. The website says you have to be 20, but I have many friends that got the job when they were 18...and I asked many pilots as well as other employees and they told me 18 as well. So I was wondering what the age requirements are?
2. Do you have to have a college or universitty degree? and if not...do they count a G.E.D (general education degree) as a highschool qualification?

Thanks.

hiya....it all depends.

You have to be 20 if you wanna join the Gulf Air, I am not sure about the Emirates, but maybe even 21...but check their website. The British Airways, Air France, Spainair....probably 19. But also check the internet.

Usually the Middle East (ME) require more mature person, on the other hand the European airlines want a proven Customer service experience!!!! Also you have to match other requirements;)....at least when it comes to ME...definitely your height and weight is important and don´t get tattoos on your hands, legs and neck...or visible scars. But probably you know that. It varies from airlines to airlines.

The High School is okay. Don´t need a University degree or any kind of course. Just that you are able to learn and understand....and of course able to pass the interview!!!!!!:ok:

However sometimes they do require things like GCSC from Math at least level C!!!!! but not all the airlines, the ME don´t.

So, overall...you have plenty of time!!! Do not rush it, have a look on the internet and look for the airlines in your location or somewhere you´re planning to live.:O

Good luck Sonja!
 

Ahoj Soni,

congratulations!

I passed the Prague's assessment in July 2007, joined in October and like you, I also didn't want to listen to any rumours about Gulf Air and wanted to have my own experience. That time, they hired 3 as well and 2 of us are already back home.
I resigned this year in September and am happy to breath again.

There're some very nice people you're gonna meet but there's many of those who're going to make you feel miserable (I'm talking about other crew). Their aircraft is old with lots of technical issues so you're gonna experience some situations when not feeling safe at all.
And the funny smell is everywhere. Be prepared that most of Gulf Air passengers are illiterate labours from Asia who not only take shower but they also still haven't learned how to use toilet, flush etc....That was the biggest shock for me. The aircraft smells like urin when you board it very often. Be prepared for something disgusting experience.
I had traveled a lot even before I joined Gulf Air so I thought I would not experience a major cultural shock but I was wrong.

However, you have to make your own picture right now. There are about 10-15 czechoslovakians working there and all of them are great.
I'm sure you'll find eachothers because Gulf Air is just a huge gossip playground.

Your life will definitely become easy and comfortable. You're gonna love it if you are kind of a lazy person who only likes to party and don't want to be responsible. If you have some hobbies and love nature you're gonna cry. Bahrain is just a boring sandpit where people don't do much but eating, shopping and partying.

Good luck again!
n.

Want to become Cabin Crew
 

Hello everyone,

I have spent the past 3 weeks applying for just about every airline company that has vacany. Through process of elimination it came down to the following (Ranked by preference):

Etihad Airlines
Emirates
Qatar Airways
Gulf Air
Royal Jordanian

Anywayz I wanted to know if there is anyone who can help me land a positions with one of these companies. My father referred me to a captian and the HR manager for Qatar Air but they told me to wait until after new year for recruitment session in the U.S.!!!! AGGHHHH!!!! This is sooooooo frustrating as I have been called to come to session but their all abroad and I just got back in the country from Egypt. If there's ANYONE who can help please send me a PM or reply.

working condition in Gulf Air?
 

Hi everyone,

I have few questions for Gulf Air.
How is Gulf Air actually?

They say FA can get air tickets for annual leave days but its just for annual leave to home? No free ID ticket anytime?

How is living in Bahrain?

Is the Salary almost same as Qatar Airways?

How many hours flying every month?

Two months training is a bit longer than other airlines. Why?? Is it so strict training?

I am working as cabin crew now and my current airline is so easy, comfortable enough but still looking for something new.

I hope someone who is working in Gulf Air would help and tell me.

Thank you very much !

does the sky nanny on board do the meals cart and beverages besides looking after the children
and what are the requirements they are looking for the sky nanny

Is it true that there is a weigh in at the interview? That seems a bit harsh... Oh and has anyone heard about a interview session coming up in the states?

Hello!

Yeah they weigh you at the interview. The day is broken up into 4 sections and the 3rd part is the groming, they check your height, weight, arms and legs for tattoos and scares and are constantly watching you through out the day!

I went to the London heathrow interview and I got the job, its very exciting! I have a small tattoo on my arm which needs to be removed and once its gone I'll be going to Bahrain! The contract is really good and Bahrain seems like an interesting place!

Are you going for an interview in the US?

;)Hi Janneha....well, I applied for that job in June and got it in September, so be patient...and look at their interviews on the website :

Flight Attendants - Gulf Air

they would contact you if you live nearby these cities...otherwise, you will have to wait till they come to your town....anyway...if you are from the UK and you applied before X-mas, I am quite surprised that they didn´t invite you to for the interview in London...in January, I guess.

I can only advise you on being yourself, confident but modest as well...and in your case there is no language barrier:ok:...so, you might get it on that day as the others....so, check your weight (BMI-not more than 24!!!), your hands,arms and legs (down from your knees) -no visible scars or tattoos...they are so so sensitive about that...try to walk nicely - we had to perform a small "catwalk":O, wear make-up- also very important...nothing heavy - it´s not a party :-) but if you do get spots - cover it - otherwise they will ask you about your skin, ´coz you have to be prepared that in Bahrain is very hot. And put on something nice - nothing with cleavage, nothing really sexy....something smart like white blouse and black skirt or black trousers (I had trousers)...and high heels!!!!! If you don´t feel like all this.....you can do it yourself...this is just and advise!!!! BUT.....put on a SMILE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)

Sonia

thanks sonja
 

hello sonja!

Thanks so much for that advice:). Although i suppose it won't be of that much use if i dont get invited to the assessment days! My application status still says 'new'. They dont seem to have a lot of applications from the UK and apparently only a few people turn up at their interviews.

That's strange in my opinion since they have benefits more or less as good as the big boss ek. Ah well i'll see what happens with my application. I just want them to reply whether its in or out!!

Cheers for now:ok:

I applied about a week ago and haven't heard back yet. I don't see a US interview session coming up, but there are not too many listed anyway. I am a bit worried about the weigh in, do they have a limit? Or is it just to track it for medical reasons? It is so funny how they can do that in an interview. In the states we aren't allowed to show photos on resumes or talk about weight, so its something new to get used too!

to janneha:)....well, maybe you have just missed the interview in Jan...don´t know really. But anyway you can turn up in any interview, I guess, as noone checked our ID or wanted to see our invitation or something else...we got the "name" on our suits (blouse) and that was that....they didn´t know who we are or at least I think so, ´coz there was a girl who used to work for Etihad and they didn´t know or me...I was in England for two years and they were like...what did you do...it wasn´t just a question, the girl from Gulf really didn´t know anything...they didn´t have our application forms!!!!!!!!!!!! so, if you have money and time to fly to another place, don´t miss out...go for it!!!!!!!!!!!

to missfly:).....unfortunately, they don´t recruit in the States at the mmt...you will have to travel or wait!!! but don´t be so scared about the weighing....if you can walk in the plane corridor...you will be fine!!!!!!!what they do...they check your weigh and height to figure out your BMI...you can do it yourself at home...anything less than 24 is okay...but beware.....being under 18 would be a problem...as you wouldn´t be considered healthy!!!!!

It is for sure that Etihad is the LESS strict about the appearance than EK or GF...at least what I heard from my friends. Anyway...wish you luck....still....why not joining the US airways????? you love the Middle East????:ok:

thanks sonja
 

Hi sonja,

thanks for that reply. I've just realized that i sent off the application in january and the assessment at london was late january. That might have been a reason. Still, its been a month and no reply. Do you think i need to call them just to double check or? I dont see any other assessments for the UK on their website anyway.

I should be concentrating on my etihad assessment next week really but its just because with gulf, its so much more straight forward compared to the others!!

Have you got their HR number ?? You can PM it to me if you wish. Also can i just say that thanks for all the help.

Cheers!!!:ok:

Gulf Air CC Family & Friend Discounts...
 

Does anyone know the discounts that family and friends of GA Cabin Crew receive? Also if my boyfriend came to visit, are you allowed to stay in the same hotel room if you are not married? (silly question I know!) or is it against the law in Bahrain? Thanks :)

Hi melanie - your parents are entitiled to unlimited reduced rate tickets at 10% of ticket price for a standby ticket or 50% of ticket price for a guarenteed seat, also 6 other people (friends or family) get one reduced rate ticket per year, but you could use those 6 tickets on one person if you know what I mean.

Hope that helps you :)

p.s. of course you can stay in hotels with your boyfriend lol :)

janneha - it took gulf over 3 months to get in touch with me after I applied! your best bet is to just keep checking when they are having there assessment days and turn up, think they just had one in manchester. I had 2days notice to travel to mine and was at the other end of the country lol :)

Good luck and keep searching!
I'll let you know if I hear of any coming up :ok:

Hi Dazed it took six months for me to get a reply from GF and that was an invitation to interview. Unless it has changed you will know when they are reviewingyour application because the status changes on the on line application. When you cannot get back onto it to make any changes they are looking at it. Watch the website, at the moment it's the normal vague stuff but when they announce actual venues for the interviews and your area appears you canexpect to be contacted it's a real waiting game with them.....why not try Qatar Airways they are actively recruiting at the moment? Good luck!

No, he won't be moving to Bahrain. Thanks for the tips, just one more question...there are some really bad things that have been said about Gulf on here, are any of them true? Have you had any bad experiences? x

Hello Anexa,

GULF1497 - Flight Attendant ? Eastern European Residents - Gulf Air

However it's obvious that as long as they don't have a base in your country, you will have to relocate.:)

some people love it and some hate it - dont judge until you get here then you can decide for yourself, i choose not to listen to other people as it brings you down! I'm sure you will have a great time but just stick out the training course as many girls leave and regret it, just think of the rewards at the end :ok:

hmm:bored:..im not sure..couse i have 4 months left of university ..even if i dont go to classes.i have in julie..my bachlors exam ..oh well ..ill worry about it when i get there :rolleyes:

You have to be at least 158cm tall (I think), they measure your height at the interview!