Tattoo policy

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Hi, I’m currently a long-haul cabin crew member interested in joining BA. I understand visible tattoos aren’t allowed, but are there any plans to review this policy, especially for hand tattoos? Many airlines have updated their policies—will BA consider the same? Thanks!

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  • Author: Anonymous
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    Dan H. Cabin Crew

    Hello,


    Thanks for your question.


    It’s unlikely our tattoo policy will change since it corresponds with our uniforn guidelines, which was updated when we launched our new uniform. This takes into account a variety of factors, one being a cultural consideration - visible tattoos may not be appropriate in some of the destinations we fly to.


    However, depending on where your tattoos are, they may be acceptable if you’re able to cover them up.


    I answered a similar question recently which I have included below:


    Visible tattoos​ are not permitted whilst​ in​ uniform. This means tattoos​ must be covered​ with​ uniform items, tights or socks. ​ This​ may require​ you to​ ​wear​ a​ long-sleeved shirt or​ trousers​ if you have tattoos​ on your​ arms or legs.​ If​ you​ can​ use specialist cover​ up​ make up or​ white/nude​ undergarments which​ stop your​ tattoo​ from​ ​being visible, these can​ be used, but​ only​ when​ used underneath​ the uniform​ or​ tights.​

    Face / neck and hand tattoos are not permitted as these cannot be covered by our uniform.


    More information can be found on our cabin crew FAQ page here: https://careers.ba.com/cabin-crew-faqs#


    I hope that goes some way to answering your question 😊

    Dan

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