This coming 26 Jan is the first cabin crew interview for the new year of 2013. I suppose after the holidays most of the cabin crew hopefuls are looking forward to this date.
Well.. if you ask me, there are a few dates of interviews where chances could be higher when you go for the interview.
I do need to state however, that this post is based purely on speculation. So, if you are reading this, please do take it with a pinch of salt. =)
You see, according to most human resource in any organization, the start of the new year is usually the time where a lot of people start new jobs and start a new life. It is also in December that the traditional “13th” month bonus is given to the employees.
So… this also mean that the attrition rate for people leaving the airline is higher and the HR department needs to recruit more in order to cover for the big fall out in manpower.
Based on this little HR glitch, what can you, as cabin crew hopefuls, take advantage of ?
Well… simply by selecting the right dates of the interview, you can actually increase your chances for their quota for that intake could increase as well.
Now obviously, there are 2 ways to look about taking advantage of this situation.
1) They will recruit more during the start of the year for the shortfall.. which is this coming 26 jan interview.
2) Or, in most planning, they have already pre – planned in advance that there will be a shortage of crew in January and thus, have already recruited more crews to cover the shortfall for the new year. (If you add in the 3 months training, the best month is probably Sep or Aug).
So you see, sometimes, you can increase your chances of going in if you know the industry cycle. So.. my question is… do you know SIA also pays out bonuses to their employees ?
So.. apart from 13th month bonus, if you know the month of their bonus pay out, you can then work out the best month to go for your interview as well. =)
Hope this post helps and good luck for your upcoming SIA cabin crew interview ^^
luv,
Kristine
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Cabin Crew Secrets (Simple, Imperious, Artful) 
Hi Kristine,
I went for the 26 Jan interview today but got booted out at the height test. However, this is my 3rd time trying, and during the previous tries, I passed the height test and made it through to the 1 – 1 interview.
I’m 1.58m, which I know is the minimum. However what I can’t understand is why they let me pass through the last two times, and didn’t this time round. Does it depend on whoever’s the one doing the measurement? Now I’m not sure whether I should try again.
By: Sarah on January 26, 2013
at 9:31 am
Actually, as long as you measure 158, you will pass the height test. BUT sometimes.. our height can go up and down. depending on the hydration, posture and sometimes even the time of the day.
So.. it could be the previous few times you were measured 158, but probably the last time, just happen to be below.
I mean, if you google it.. you will find reports on the way our height goes. But its not a big diff, just probably 1cm diff.
So.. if you want.. you can go try again. The thing is – it depends on yr height measured that day…
So.. sometimes, at 160, its a lot safer, cos regardless the drop, you will still be 159 or 158.5 etc. At 158 exactly.. it really have to depend on a little bit of luck.
By: cabincrewkristine on February 21, 2013
at 6:35 pm
Hi Kristine ,
May i wear the spectacles to attend the interview ?
By: Xem on January 27, 2013
at 2:47 pm
you can. =)
But preferable without
By: cabincrewkristine on February 2, 2013
at 4:39 pm
Hey dear,
I passed and made it through all the rounds for th first day.
However, I was unsuccessful when I finished th management round. Which was really really depressing..
I’m wondering if SIA wil cal someone back who failed at th management round, if they didnt recruit enough people from this current batch?
I look forward t your prompt reply. Thankyou!
By: LM on January 28, 2013
at 3:19 am
Hi dear..
very unlikley they’ll do that… =(
By: cabincrewkristine on February 2, 2013
at 4:39 pm
Hello Kristine, it was said that the qualifying criteria was min. 3 yrs flying experience for LSS promotion. Is this possible or just a handful to be promoted that fast?
Also, with the recent cut in allowance, how much have this affected the monthly salary?
Many thanks in advance :))
By: FL on January 28, 2013
at 5:06 am
Aha…
affected a little… well.. quite demoralizing though =)
And gosh.. you sure hear alot about the “inside” huh ? =P
Min 3 years to be qualify for LSS.. but its very very very very hard… from what I know, only 2 or 3 people got promoted within that short frame… I mean.. since I join them in 2007… thats what I hear. Usually, to promote or more commonly, it takes at least 6 years to be “qualify”… even then, you have to see yr performance.
By: cabincrewkristine on February 2, 2013
at 4:39 pm
Hello Kristine, I went for the interview on 26th January. I came at about 1.30pm and was very surprised during the 1st round which took place at about 215pm, only 1 out of 10 made it through. Could it be because they had already hit the quota since the interview closed at 2pm and there were not many people then? I see that about a few did very well, with the smile and confidence. Also, what are the chances of getting in again after turning down the offer for the first time due to some commitments? Will she be blacklisted? Thank you Kristine. Regards, Serena.
By: Serena on January 28, 2013
at 9:19 am
wow… chances are high that they wun accept you again if you rejected them once.
As for coming in at 1.30, its not exactly because of quota.. but think about this.. how do you think the “status” of the interviewers after sitting through countless of batches since 9am ? Tired ? Bored ? So… you must be of some good reason to get them to notice you at the later time.
By: cabincrewkristine on February 2, 2013
at 4:36 pm
Hello Kristine. My name is Maew from Thailand. I went for 26 jan interview but I didn’t pass first round. I just saw 9 march interview on SIA website but I’m not sure that SIA gonna recruit Thai girls or not because I can’t see requirements for candidates from other countries on the website.
By: Maew on January 28, 2013
at 11:08 am
Hi dear,
they do recruit Thais. You just have to wait for an opening in yr countries my dear.
By: cabincrewkristine on February 2, 2013
at 4:34 pm
I went for the 26 jan interview and made it to the medical checkup. The doctors called me up for another x-ray scan. Im really worried because i never knew i had a curved spine! Would scoliosis be a problem for CC?
By: cheryl on January 29, 2013
at 1:21 pm
Hi dear,
there is a certain limit that SQ allows for scoliosis… so.. as long as you are not “over” the stated limited, usually you should be fine. And yes.. there are crews who get in with scoliosis as well. =)
By: cabincrewkristine on February 2, 2013
at 4:33 pm
Hi Kristine! Your blog is so informative, thank u so much! I missed out the january interview bt i am glad there is another one in march!!! but they require original birth cert for the registration.. i left my birth cert in my home country.. will they disqualify me? I am a PR in sg though.. thanks!
By: Hanny on January 30, 2013
at 3:13 am
Erm.. whats yr country of origin ? Can you proof it with yr say.. passport or IC ?
Do note that they only accept certain citizenships to apply only =)
By: cabincrewkristine on February 2, 2013
at 4:28 pm
Dear Kristine
I left my original birth cert in my home country.. Will that be a problem when I am applying in Singapore? I am holding a PR in sg too. Thanks a lot! Love your blog very much đŸ™‚
By: Hanny on January 30, 2013
at 7:30 am
Nope dear.
Do you have other “proof” ie, passport etc that states yr country of origin ?
By: cabincrewkristine on February 2, 2013
at 4:25 pm
Hi Kristine,
i’m 1.57m and i’m not sure if they will disqualify me at the height test even if its just 1cm shorter than expected? pls advice!
By: angela on February 4, 2013
at 6:38 am
hi dear,
when it comes to height… yea.. they are pretty strict about it now..
By: cabincrewkristine on February 8, 2013
at 8:04 am
Dear Kristine,
I will attend SQ recruitment in Indonesia. But due to some reasons, I really can’t bring my original educational certificate. All I have is legalized copy of my educational certificate. Do you think they will give me a chance to proceed to the next stage? I’m afraid they will turn me down at the very initial stage because of this matter. I bought plane ticket to get there and it’s not cheap for me.
By: Mel on February 4, 2013
at 7:29 am
Hi Mel,
erm… I dun understand why you cant bring them… but the thing is.. they dun keep yr cert. They only see once and return it back to you. So… u dun have to worry so much abt the certs… really.
I duno if they allow… but if i were you, I wun take the risk..
By: cabincrewkristine on February 8, 2013
at 8:12 am
Hi Kristine,
I was thinking to go to the interview during march, however I’m 1.68m and 64kg =[ Which means my BMI will be over 21. Does that mean I will automatically be out in the height and weight round? Or will they see my overall physical ‘look’?
thank you for answering =]
By: kaiwen on February 4, 2013
at 2:01 pm
Hi dear…
erm… u will need to cut down on that. It wun be based on overall look if its too much of a diff in the bmi.
By: cabincrewkristine on February 8, 2013
at 8:06 am
Hi Kristine,
I have a question about tattoo. My tatt is on my arm. My friends who’s flying with sq told me that as long my tatt is not visible in uniform then I’m fine. Just need your prof opinion is it true what my friends told me?
By: Evan on February 4, 2013
at 5:09 pm
Its true of course. As long as its not visible, its fine. =)
By: cabincrewkristine on February 8, 2013
at 8:06 am
Hi Kristine.. I am just wondering have you been alone overseas while on duty? Do you go out by yourself or do you usually go out as a crew? I am quite scared at the thought of meeting crews who already clicked together and i have no friends.. is it common?
By: hansan on February 5, 2013
at 4:31 am
Hi Hansan,
usually.. crews go out as a group. But of course.. not always the case. Its a choice =)
Usually, we will just go for a dinner or lunch together. For girls, sometimes, we go shopping together as well. And its hard to be “left out” because normally, the crews will ask you to join them. Usually.. alone.. is if you decide to be alone.. thats about it =)
By: cabincrewkristine on February 8, 2013
at 8:09 am
Hi there, I’ve been reading your blog for quite some time and I must thank you for keeping up with this site! I’ve known more about the airlines.
I would like to ask if we would be notified immediately after the interview whether we are selected or a few weeks later? đŸ™‚
Thanks in advance!!
By: daphnekua on February 10, 2013
at 6:44 am
You will know immediately that you pass “individual stages”, but you still need to go through yr medical to be “confirmed”, which will be weeks after.
By: cabincrewkristine on February 19, 2013
at 1:47 pm
Hi Kristine,
I’m wondering if there is a chance for me to get accepted if I have a scar on my knees (above)? What would the physical interview be?
By: catherine on February 11, 2013
at 3:12 am
usually, for scarring above knees, as long as its not so obvious.. which “above knee” is hard to detect, you do stand a chance.
By: cabincrewkristine on February 19, 2013
at 1:46 pm
hey when next interview will be conducted??
By: komal on February 12, 2013
at 2:30 pm
March i guess ^^
By: cabincrewkristine on February 19, 2013
at 1:37 pm
Hi Kristine,
I wonder that SIA will recruit other nationalities at Singapore again. As seen from recruitment on Mar, they accept only Singaporean and Malaysian.
Thanks
By: Kanwi on February 14, 2013
at 8:24 am
They do open up to other nationalities as well dear. =)
But the one you saw, probably is the interview held in Singapore.
You can check out if there is any opening in yr own country state, ie, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, China, etc
By: cabincrewkristine on February 19, 2013
at 1:36 pm
Hi there,
I’m a new reader. I have few questions to ask you, is it possible if i were to email you directly?
Thank you
By: Charmaine on February 14, 2013
at 10:32 am
Hi Charmaine,
you can just drop me commenst here =)
By: cabincrewkristine on February 19, 2013
at 1:34 pm
komalpandya17@gmail.com
By: komal on February 19, 2013
at 1:52 pm
Hi Kristine
I went through the medical round already and did my second x-ray on 2 feb. How long will SQ take to call if I’m successful? đŸ™‚
I’m very nervous…. And I really hope I get in!
By: cheryl on February 20, 2013
at 5:09 pm
Hi Kristy! not sure if you have receive my email. Its regarding my purchase of your manual. I missed out the “Return to Merchant” button after payment. Not sure how can I retrieve and download the manual again. Please advice! đŸ™‚ Thanks
By: Val on February 21, 2013
at 8:17 am
hi dear,
I dropped you an email. Please check ya ? =)
By: cabincrewkristine on February 22, 2013
at 4:21 am
Hi Kristine
Look forward to read your next post. Recently read about the flying experiences in Yahoo news and it seems really scary..I read most of your previous but it does not seem so bad as compare to the Yahoo report so hope you would share your view on ur nex post.. đŸ™‚
By: Ariel on February 22, 2013
at 2:32 am
haha =)
Yes, please read my next post lolz.
By: cabincrewkristine on February 22, 2013
at 4:20 am
Hi Kristine,
I would like to ask, I have birth mark on my left hand and also scar in my leg. would it possible though to pass the selection? and what is the step of the selection? do we have to walk like a model etc?
Thank you very much
By: shella on February 23, 2013
at 7:15 am
hi kristine,I am apurva from India..can you pease tell me when SIA will conduct its interviews for cabin crew in India..I am jus a graduate with 157 cm height..will i be eligible???
By: Apurva Negi on February 27, 2013
at 9:49 am
hi dear… you need to match yr height to be at least 158cm..
you can refer to the link by th right hand side for more details for recruitment in India. =)
By: cabincrewkristine on March 5, 2013
at 6:10 am
Hi kristine,
I would like to ask do we need to bring in our CV or resume to the walk in interview on 9 march?
By: Jasmine on February 28, 2013
at 8:38 am
no need dear.
What you need are all stated on the SIA website.
The application form, and yr result certs
By: cabincrewkristine on March 5, 2013
at 6:09 am
Hi Kristine,
I am quite interesting for cabin crew in SIA, but i dun know how should i do ?Can you provide some simple thing to me for 9th March interview.Can i ask you that is it easy join with SIA??
By: Xiao Ya on March 1, 2013
at 9:27 am
Hi Kristine,
Is it possible to wear eye contact? (no colors). I have 172cm, and 50 kg, is it possible to enter the interview?
By: Louisa on March 4, 2013
at 2:01 am
Hi dear,
of course you can wear contact. And yes, I think you should just go try for the interview =)
By: cabincrewkristine on March 5, 2013
at 6:04 am
Hi K
I’m wondering if will someone get booted out of the training if he/she is constantly late for most of the training? Thanks!
By: L on March 4, 2013
at 5:03 pm
Hi dear,
yes. If one is constantly late during training, they will be “out of course”
By: cabincrewkristine on March 5, 2013
at 6:02 am
Hi Kristine,
Thanks so much for setting up this page and helping all of us crew hopefuls, it really helps a lot! I am planning to apply next year – still a long way to go, I know – but I was just wondering what they look for during skin check. I have tattoos on my right shoulder blade and left hip that will both be covered when wearing kebaya, but I’m scared that the shoulder one will be visible if I bend down to pick up something. Also my skin is quite dry, and my legs have some scars from eczema. Will this be likely to disqualify me? My scars are not a lot, about 5 or 6 small spots on each leg, and will not be obvious if I wear skin tone stockings. Is this accepted in the uniform?
Also, I read your post about applying around July/Aug for better chances. I grad (from uni) at that time but my cert will only be available sometime around nov/dec but I can produce an official transcript. When will be best to apply? And also, if it is in Aug, will training be delayed until I can produce my cert?
Thanks in advance for your help, I’m really quite anxious to know!
By: Hannah Jasmine on March 5, 2013
at 12:06 pm
hi dear,
you can go for the interview then. Its fine as long as you can be availble for traiing within 6 months.
As for the conditions.. well.. I am not in the position to say anything now because I dunno exactly how everything is. But just one advise is, for things you can change, ie, scars (lessen) or relef them with creams, you can do it. I only fea the case of “everything adds up”. ie, one thing they can still close eye.. but 3, 4 5 flaws.. its hard to ignore..
By: cabincrewkristine on March 17, 2013
at 6:00 pm
Hi kristine
i very interesting for cabin crew in tis job ,how to appy my resume or go where can get the Interview ?thanks đŸ™‚
By: grace han on March 7, 2013
at 2:43 am
Hi K,
I am Indian(Singapore PR),30 yrs old.Do they reject candidates because they are over qualified? I have about 7 years of working experience in the banking sector(client service) and got a Masters aswell. I am thinking of attending the recruitment on the 9th march
Really appreciate your advice on it.
TM
By: Antony on March 7, 2013
at 5:40 am
hi…
erm.. I believe if you are over qualified.. you should apply for their management post instead of being a crew =)
By: cabincrewkristine on March 17, 2013
at 5:56 pm
i have a tatoo on my neck at the back just at the start of spine …what can i do to clear the skin round
By: priya on March 7, 2013
at 3:14 pm
I am sad to say dear.. most likley u can’t..
By: cabincrewkristine on March 17, 2013
at 5:50 pm
Kristine the Air Godess :3
I made it through all the stages in February 23 Malaysia interview! Thank you so much. I really think what you doing here in this site is a big contribution to other girls. I appreciate a lot Kristine.
Everything went well, except my medical check up though, i have a curved spine… 20 degrees… I cried a little at home later that day. Was quite put down because i was a sporty kind, never smoked or drink, was a healthy girl. It’s not detectable when looking at me & i have no back pains too. I just found out on the spot.
I thought i was a gonner, then a few days later 2 of my friends which i made that day called & told me they had the same prob. 1 is 10 degrees, another 1 is 18 degrees with abnormalities. I was somewhat relieved. However 1 week later the 10 degrees friend got a call from SIA & the 18 degrees friend got an email. They called to notify me, really kind of them :3 but i am starting to get panicky… why didn’t they contact me? & not at least a reject letter?
I have this hunch that maybe if they call + email = higher confirmation; only email = moderate; & I am the backup plan 3: sob!
P/s: I am like 24/7 eyeing my gmail, praying hard!
(Taking up yoga & swimming plus tai chi in my neighbourhood, this is as a tip to scoliosis hopefuls)
Love from,
Your worried reader.
By: Nic on March 8, 2013
at 1:59 am
Hi Nic,
actually, if I am not wrong.. 20 degrees should be fine too. Maybe its the quota of the current batch and they could reserve you for the next batch.
just keep a lookout for their call and email ok ?
Hope everything will go well for you ^^
By: cabincrewkristine on March 17, 2013
at 5:53 pm
Hello! đŸ™‚ I made it through the March interview (yay!) & I end my exams at NUS mid-May. Do you know when training would start for me? Is it possible to request to start at a later date e.g. August? Especially as prior to “official” graduation (which is in July), I would get diploma pay.
By: S :) on March 10, 2013
at 5:47 am
hi dear..
your training should start 1 month after u summit certificate. =)
They will let you know de. ^^
By: cabincrewkristine on March 17, 2013
at 5:47 pm
Hi Kristine!
Thank you for all the lovely posts and your kind replies. Well this is what I wanna ask: I have a scar on my lower leg which I think will be visible in SQ uniform… but if I apply concealer to it, and it’s not that obvious anymore, will they still mind it? Silly question I know, but I’d deeply appreciate your answer. đŸ™‚
Also, I have heard many stories about the hopefuls who had passed all the stages and even medchecks and they were left with no news from SQ until 5 months… and apparently they didn’t get thru after all. Is this possible? Why do you think they do that? đŸ˜¦
I had been rejected once in the first stage (mass introduction), but I won’t give up! Thank you! đŸ˜€
By: Dias Novita Wuri on March 11, 2013
at 9:40 am
hmmm.. really ?
The only case I heard about that was during the “Economic Crisis” back in 09. But usually, this wun happen.
As for the concealer, well… if its the leg, they more or less will close an eye. More concern about the tip half of the body and hands though
By: cabincrewkristine on March 17, 2013
at 5:43 pm
Hi kristine,
Went for my first SIA interview on 9 march 2013.But unfortunately,i got booted out at the management round.However,i am still intending to try out again for the next interview.I am thinking do you have any idea when will be the next SIA interview after 9 march??I heard that normally is after 3 months time…. which is so long:(
By: Jasmine on March 13, 2013
at 6:09 am
Hi Jasmine,
usually, its between 2 months to 6 weeks… so.. keep a look out for the next SIA recruitment date.
By: cabincrewkristine on March 17, 2013
at 5:41 pm
Hi, I just finished my medical and was asked to come down for 2nd check up on eyesight as I had a blurred vision when I was asked to read the numbers because I didn’t know my degree went up. Then again, my eyesight is 6/6(left)&6/9(right). Is it possible for them to reject me for medical?
I went for my medical on both tues(12/3)&wed(13/3), no calls and letters. I don’t know if I should feel happy or stressed about it! Thanks so much Kristine! xoxo
By: Amanda Tay on March 18, 2013
at 5:02 pm
hi dear,
if the review u can see well, then it shouldn’t be any problem getting the cabin crew job.
By: cabincrewkristine on March 29, 2013
at 8:52 am
hi Kristine,
It’s really a pleasure reading your blog.
I’d like to ask about the application process. Do SQ Fa applicants need to send their application prior to the do walk in interview? Or directly bring the documents to the walk in interview? Thanks..
By: debbyrosalina on March 22, 2013
at 6:09 am
All u need is just fill in the dcuments and bring them along for the walk in interview =)
By: cabincrewkristine on March 29, 2013
at 8:44 am
Hi Kristine!
Thank you for the answer for my question above hehehe. You’re very kind. Something I’m really curious about is actually, how many times did you do SIA interview before you got in? Or was that your first and single attempt? Hehehe thank you sooo much.
You’re our inspiration. Hope I can get into SIA and fly with you. đŸ™‚
By: Dias Novita Wuri on March 22, 2013
at 7:28 am
Hi Kristine,
I had a question about about SIA recuitment 2013 in Japan. I am UK citizen currently in Japan. I have applied for the SIA cabin crew recuitment for Japan recently and just wanted to know what you think my chances (if any) of getting shortlisted are? My Japanese is upper intermidiate level. Are they just looking for Japanese nationals? Am I, at 29, too old?
By: kobe2010 on March 24, 2013
at 12:31 am
Hi dear,
from what i know, they only recruit japanese nationals.
Have you thought about trying for emirates or qatar ? I believe they pay better and even at 29, yr chances are still decent as compared to SQ.
By: cabincrewkristine on March 29, 2013
at 8:48 am
Hi Kristine,
I’ll like to ask what’s the age group SIA will be recruiting and also i’m curious if they are particular to those who are married with kids?
Hope to get your reply.
By: Cl on March 28, 2013
at 10:22 am
hi CI,
there is no official age group. But technically speaking, yr best chances are below 27 for girls. But below 30, there aew still chances.
By: cabincrewkristine on March 29, 2013
at 8:32 am
Hi kristine,
I would like to ask if there’s a scar on my my hand, is it possible that i won’t get pass the stage??
By: Margaret on April 10, 2013
at 3:12 pm
if its obvious.. then..
By: cabincrewkristine on April 24, 2013
at 2:29 pm
hi kristine
do you have any idea whether the Singapore walk in interview will be for Singapore citizen permanently or only for this 13 april only? so sad for those malaysian like me not able to join the interview here in singapore.
By: ikip84 on April 10, 2013
at 5:57 pm
ehh ? I am sure its open to both Singaporeans and PR, if u hold one.
Else, I am sure they do hold frequent interviews in Malaysia as well. =)
By: cabincrewkristine on April 24, 2013
at 2:30 pm
hai kristine,
i have always wanted to be a part of sia. i have tried a few times but failed. i was wondering is my weight plays a role in this. i used to be 68kg but nw im 63kg and im losing still.my goal is 59kg. im 170m in height. my question is does weight plays a role in the interview? and how abot d dress code? is it okey to wear a nice dress? i am planing to go for the may interview here in malaysia.=)
By: kiwi1994 on April 12, 2013
at 3:20 pm
your BMI dear ?
try to go for 18-21. It would be easier.
yes.. weight plays a large part in the selection process
By: cabincrewkristine on April 24, 2013
at 2:31 pm
I have a small tattoo on my wrist which can be covered by wearing a watch. Do you think I will pass the skin check test?
By: R on April 15, 2013
at 10:17 am
hi dear.. unlikely..
By: cabincrewkristine on April 24, 2013
at 2:22 pm
Hi Kristine,
I just missed the April recruitment. Do you have an idea when the next one will be? And what is the age limit for guys?
By: ken on April 16, 2013
at 2:35 am
Hi Kristine,
Im 28 this year. Do you think i still stand a chance?
By: Jo on April 18, 2013
at 7:44 am
u do, but not high.
By: cabincrewkristine on April 24, 2013
at 2:17 pm
hi kristine,
my passport is in process ,and it will take around 20 days to come,but my interview is after 10 days,if i go with the passport slip,would that be fine?(or any other alternative)
By: sk on April 18, 2013
at 9:21 am
I am sure u can as long as u provide some form of proof or official documentation
By: cabincrewkristine on April 24, 2013
at 2:18 pm
Hi Kristine,
I would like to know how strict are they on teeth requirements. I have a perfect set of lower teeth but my upper set isn’t as good. I have a vampire teeth on my right which can be seen when I smile. Is that gonna affect my chances?
By: cw on April 21, 2013
at 12:42 pm
Well cw.. there are still chances. While they are strict with teeth, it doesn’t mean you need perfectly straight teeth. if its not very bad, ie, the vamp teeth, there are still chance if it doesn’t affect the overall outlook.
By: cabincrewkristine on April 24, 2013
at 2:13 pm
hi Kristine,
I made it through all the stage of interview of china recruitment. So now I’m waiting medical check up. because I’m in singapore now, and my china friends all finished medical check up in china around 1 week ago. I already asked my china supervisor about whether I could do the medical check up in singapore or now, she said can. but I waited more than 2 weeks, they still not give me any notice that what time I need go for my check up. Is it possible that they miss me out?
By: celine on April 22, 2013
at 3:38 am
Hi dear,
its unlikley they will miss you out. They will call u de. its just that sometimes, it can take quite long. If you are still afraid, you might want to check with yr in charge ?
By: cabincrewkristine on April 24, 2013
at 2:11 pm
Hi kristine,
I’m going to have a medical check.
Could u tell me how much degree of scoliosis is accepted by SIA?
Thank you.
By: Jeannie on April 28, 2013
at 5:04 am
Hi Kristine,
I have pass d interview 4 silkair n i ve received d offer letter. i have yet 2 sign d bond on early june, can u please tell me is it okey 4 me 2 go for d sia interview on 27 of tiz month?since i love 2 b singapore girl more den anyting, if i were 2 pass d sia interview would it b okey for me 2 reject silkair before i sign d contract? please reply me asap.
Thank you. =)
By: kiwi1994 on May 10, 2013
at 11:17 am
hai Kristine
i want to know is there chances that sia will take up cabin crew of silkair. if i have completed my bond n wanting to try 4 sia will they take me if i were 2 go for d walk in interview o will d fact that im a silkair crew b an advantage o disadvantage?
Thank you. =)
By: kiwi1994 on May 30, 2013
at 1:12 pm
Hi kristine,
im planning to go to the interview tomorrow. but i am kind of nervous and not sure what to prepare. Im roughly 156 cm and i am afraid it would put me down… and i am not that great at interviews either.. Would the interviewers prefer a chatty person or one that gets to the point?
also, how should i dress for the interview? is formal dress prefered or business wear (button blouse)
thanks for your help!
By: weiting (@snowkinz) on May 31, 2013
at 1:47 am
Hi dear,
erm.. first question is your height.. erm.. you need to measure at least 158 to qualify =(
As fo the preferred.. many things matter, depending on how you present yourself. Chatty.. is not exactly good… to straight forward also not too good.. because what you say must make sense and in a “diplomatic” way as well…
By: cabincrewkristine on June 16, 2013
at 10:48 am
Hi Kristine,
I’m 24 this year and I’ve always fancy being a steward. However, due to my training back in NS days, I’ve gotten myself visible scars on both my left knee and back of my right palm. Does this lower my chance during the interview round? Can i also check with you what do they look for in the criteria when recruiting a steward?
your reply will be greatly appreciated!
By: Wayne on June 3, 2013
at 12:34 pm
Hi Wayne,
the knees are usually not a problem. But for palms.. well.. it dpends on how bad they are. Its an “image” question when serving pax.
By: cabincrewkristine on June 16, 2013
at 10:46 am
Hi Kristine,
i did take note on the SIA requirement for qualification.
Do you think i have the chance if im a ‘O’ level holder but only got 2 credits (which includes English)?
By: gladys on June 10, 2013
at 5:46 am
hi dear, minimal is 5 ‘Os’ though even that, chances are slim.
By: cabincrewkristine on June 16, 2013
at 10:43 am
Hi Kristine,
if im just a O level holder with 2 credits, can i go for the interview?
or do they accept certificate in hotel & restaurant ops from shatec?
Thank you
By: gladys on June 11, 2013
at 1:08 am
Hi dear,
no they dun… but is it like a diploma ? or just a cert ?
By: cabincrewkristine on June 16, 2013
at 10:43 am
Hi Kristine!
I have some scars caused by mosquito bites on my legs (both upper and lower), will it be a big issue? đŸ˜¦
By: Rachel on June 12, 2013
at 9:31 am
Hi dear,
it depends on how bad are the scars.. if its very minor, its usually fine. =)
By: cabincrewkristine on June 16, 2013
at 10:41 am
Hello Kristine!
I’m around 157cm tall, which i know it’s lower than the requirement, but i heard that there will be an arm reach test, any idea approximately how tall like the mark be? đŸ™‚ and also, i have ‘chicken skin’, those small little tiny bumps on my arms’ skin as im born with it. Hence i dont have flawless skin… Will the interviewers close an eye since it’s a since-birth situation?
Hope to hear from you asap! đŸ™‚
By: Amanda on July 2, 2013
at 12:26 pm
Hi dear.. for height test.. in SQ, now is more of a strict criteria
So.. if you cant pass the height test, you wun go for the reach test either…
As for the tiny bumps.. erm.. it depends on what bumps u are talking about. I cant see so i wun be able to tell.. but generally speaking, if its not a lot, and not exactly very noticable, its usually fine. And if it is the upper arm.. its even better because the kebaya can cover
By: cabincrewkristine on July 11, 2013
at 6:18 pm
Hi Kristine!
I didnt get a very good result in my high school, but i do hav two diploma which in make-up one is msia cert other is uk. Would it be a problem in my coming july 20 interview??? But i had been into service line for 3 years already, dose my exp help me to get more chances to get into SIA.
By: Sherynn Sng on July 8, 2013
at 3:38 pm
Hi dear.. the UK cert should be ok =) not the make up cert..
By: cabincrewkristine on July 11, 2013
at 6:11 pm
the make up cert wouldnt count.. but the UK one, i suppose it will suffice if its an academic cert
By: cabincrewkristine on July 11, 2013
at 6:13 pm
Hi Kristine,
My height is 163cm and my weight is 40kg. I’m underweight person. Is it possible to enter the interview?
By: rathi on July 11, 2013
at 8:50 am
I would suggest you put on more weight first dear… =)
By: cabincrewkristine on July 11, 2013
at 6:08 pm
Dear Kristine
i have a one-liner slightly raised scar on my neck which can be covered by concealer (nt covered by kebaya). but afraid that during skin check everything concealed will become ‘visible’. do you think i should still go try for the upcoming interview? are there crews with scars that aren’t covered by the kebaya but concealed w/ makeup? im sure along e flying yrs crews might get injuries and wounds.. would they be fired bcos of small physical flaws? thank you! đŸ™‚
By: Liz on August 5, 2013
at 7:21 am
Hi dear,
if you ask me, I would say go for it. you wont know until you try it right ?
By: cabincrewkristine on September 5, 2013
at 3:31 pm
Hello, is it possible for PRs to try out for interviews? Thanks, T
By: T on August 20, 2013
at 1:53 pm
Hi…
it would depend on the nationality. =)
By: cabincrewkristine on September 5, 2013
at 3:12 pm
Hi I recently tried for the first time but I got kicked out during the skin check round. I had a reasonable clear skin with a few bumps and I pointed out I had a scar on my shin area. The interviewer asked me if I had tried before I said no but she didnt ask me to walk around like the rest. What was the issue?
By: Rissa on August 24, 2013
at 3:07 am
Wow… the way you ask could be pretty subjective. But I guess the key point is your scar and also, the way you handle the interview. =)
By: cabincrewkristine on September 5, 2013
at 3:11 pm
Hi Kristine,
I have myopia of more than 600 and I would like to know if that will greatly affect my chances of being recruited? I have considered wearing contact lenses but I believe that the air up there is very dry that may make my eyes uncomfortable. Will they choose not to hire me because of my shortsightedness? .
Regards,
Isaac
By: Isaac on August 24, 2013
at 11:47 am
Hi Isaac,
I am sorry that I cant exactly answer your question because I dun know how serious 600 is. Mine is about 300 – 350 and I got in. So… being short sighted should not be an issue.. unless its very very serious. Key point is, unless you are colour blind, I think you still stand a chance
By: cabincrewkristine on September 5, 2013
at 3:10 pm
Hi Kristine,
I would like to ask if you know SIA will conduct any walk in interview in KL soon..i have been waiting for quite some time đŸ˜¦
By: Pinnee on September 2, 2013
at 5:02 pm
Hi dear,
You can check the website on SIA’s upcoming interviews. It should give you an idea. If you want, try to plot the pattern of yr current city and you’ll roughly know how long they conduct once in each different city in Malaysia.
By: cabincrewkristine on September 5, 2013
at 3:00 pm
Hi kristine. I really like reading ur blogs, they are really infomative. I always wanna try for the interview, but i have a 2cm long scar on my wrist from stitching. It can be covered by a watch easily. Can i wear a watch during the skin check? Or the interviewer will definitely force me to remove the watch? i don’t know if i should give a try…
By: chris on September 18, 2013
at 8:31 am
They will ask you to remove your watch. But again, it also depends if you are a guy or a girl. If guy, maybe there is still chance cos of the uniform. for girls.. its a bit of a challenge…
By: cabincrewkristine on September 20, 2013
at 7:07 am
Hello, may i know if we have to remove stockings/socks during the height test as i am 157.5cm but with socks i might be able to pass it off as 158cm
By: Hui on October 17, 2013
at 3:29 pm
Hi dear,
dun risk it. If possible, try to get to at least 159 or 160 to be safe. According to alot of hopefuls, sometimes, even though they measure 160 at home, when it comes to the cabin crew interview, they are measured 158…. so… a 2 cm disparity. To be safe, its best to move beyond 158
By: cabincrewkristine on October 21, 2013
at 8:16 pm
Hi Kristine! đŸ™‚
I would like to ask if there will be a chance for me to apply as cabin crew, though I have eczema on my arms and legs, do you think I still stand a chance to apply for air steward position? I love to become an air steward and it has been my dream though. I hope you will answer my question please. Thank you very much! đŸ™‚
Thanks & Regards,
David
By: David on October 21, 2013
at 12:56 pm
Hi David,
Actually.. it depends if they are visible or not. But in most cases, it is not recommended.
I try not to be direct, but I am sure you can figure out what I am trying to say
By: cabincrewkristine on October 21, 2013
at 8:10 pm
Dear Kristine,
Can give your suggestions about the requirement *high level in english proficiency* how if our vocabulary about aviation or food n beverage or first aid are not so good ?
Tks Deae Kristine
waiting for your reply…
By: Yunna on October 22, 2013
at 10:30 am
Hi dear..
I dun quite get what you mean but, erm… usually the bombastic words are little.. you don’t exactly need to know a lot of avition words or food and beverage or even first aid. In fact, you’ll learn them during training. ie, those more important stuff like Rennie which is for indigestion.
My Vocab is not good as well.. and sometimes, being simple is good. As long as you can get yr point across.
“High level in English Proficiency” basically means to be able to converse fluently in english.. it does not mean you need to have good or big bombastic vocabs =)
By: cabincrewkristine on October 23, 2013
at 7:49 pm
What if I have scars/markings of mosquito bites on my legs? Will it affect anything?
By: Lyn on April 6, 2014
at 1:31 pm
Which part of the leg is it ? The markings big ? Usually, its ok. =)
By: cabincrewkristine on April 23, 2014
at 7:54 am
Hi dear, I made it for all the interview but did not declare my tattoo during the interview. But it was discovered during the medical check up. Do you think my chances of getting hired are gone now?
By: Cel cel on July 22, 2014
at 4:08 pm
Hey dear..
As long as its not “open”, it should be fine. ie, hidden away inside clothings. =) Dun fret too much about it
By: cabincrewkristine on July 26, 2014
at 3:25 pm