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About Joining Emirates Airline as Cabin Crew :

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   What is the minimum age to join Emirates Airline ?

   Applicants are to be 21 years old minimum to apply for a Cabin Crew position with Emirates.

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   How tall should I be to be Cabin Crew with Emirates ?

   Minimum arm reach of 212 cms (on tip toes), which will enable you to reach emergency equipment on all aircraft types.

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   Do I need a degree in Tourism ? Or even a PHD in Communication to join Emirates ? What is Education background required to join Emirates ?

   You will need to be educated to at least high school standard.

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   What about health & fitness ?

   You need to be fit to join Emirates. They will ask you to provide an in depth, detailed medical file prior to joining the airline. You'll have to submit all sorts of blood/urinal tests as well as general check up. If successful, and once in Dubai, you will undergo a complete check up (blood/urinal tests) again with the company clinic.

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   I speak French only, can I join Emirates ?

   No. Emirates only hires applicants with a minimum of TWO FLUENT languages. One of them has to be ENGLISH because the training and the company language is English only. You're have more chances to get selected if you speak Arabic.

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   I've worked in restaurants, hotels, or any customer service related environment before, is that a plus ?

   Yes, definately. Background experience in a customer service related work environment is pretty much essential to get the job with Emirates. Although, previous applicants from other industries have got the job. It depends on how you get on during the interview. Your interpersonal skills then come into great appreciation.

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   What kind of profile are they looking for ?

   Anyone who will be the sort of person who has the natural ability to provide excellent service within a team environment.

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   Where do I submit my application & CV ?

   There's only one place to start your career with Emirates. Log on to http://www.emiratesgroupcareers.com/ and look for the menu button named “Cabin Crew Opportunities” on the upper menu. Read all the pages provided and then click the given link, and you’ll be taken to the online application form… You’ll have to create a Cabin Crew Application that they’ll refer to until you are actually successfull to join. Fill in every single thing they ask. It will take you quite some time. Never close the window until you’ve completed the whole form or you’re information won’t be saved.

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   What happens after submitting my application and CV online ?

   After you’ve completed the form you’ll receive an automatic confirmation email with your reference number, password and what have you… If you fit in what they are looking for they will send you an invitation to a Open/Assessment Day nearest to your home.

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    When & Where are the Open Days held ?

    You’ll be given a date, time & place via email if you have applied online. Usually a conference center or hotel with conference rooms near an international airport.

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    What do I need for the Emirates Open/assessment Day

    - Updated CV in English ONLY
    - 6 Passport Size Photographs in business attire
    - 2 Full Sized (10×15 cm) Photographs in Business Attire
    - 2 casual Full Sized (10×15 cm) Photographs
    - Photocopy of your Passport
    - Photocopy of School Certificates
    - 2 Pens (it's not a joke)

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    What happens if I'm late to the event ?

    Well, this depends on the Recruitment Officers, but certainly that's a negative start to your career with Emirates. They will most certainly remember your face, and send you home early.

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    What does the English Test consist of ?

    It's mainly vocabulary and understanding of English along with a small essay. Nothing to worry about if you've taken English at high school

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    What happens during the group discussion on the assessment day ?

    You’ll be given a group number in which you’ll have to evolve within a group discussion on a given topic/situation. The aim here is to see if you’re likely to develop and react well in a group/team. There’s no right or wrong answers, you only have to dose your contribution to the group in a good way, politely with confidence and without interrupting your colleagues. Reacting to their opinions and balancing with yours… Recap, recentre the discussion if necessary, you and your team will have to focus on the objective given by the recruitment officer. She will take notes during the whole process and she will then ask if you have all agreed on the situation/topic and will invite you to wait outside while she takes a decision.

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    What about accomodation once I get into Dubai ?

    As part of your Job Package, Emirates will provide you with free accomodation from the date you join the company. You'll share your 2/3 bedroom flat with 2/3 other occupants. Each occupant will have their own bathroom (few exceptions). The flats are fitted with furniture, kitchen appliances (washing machine, cooker, fridge, dryer etc...). There are almost 40 buildings in which Crew are in. These are scattered around the city.

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    If successful, will they fly me to Dubai, or do I have to pay the plane ticket ?

    At your Open/assessment day, you've chosen an Annual Leave Destination (ALD), this destination should be the closest Airport to your home which Emirates flies to. This is the where they will fly you from for free. Later on, your ALD will entitle you to an Annual Leave Ticket (ALT) free back to your home country. All other charges from your place to the closest Emirates Destination Aiport will be at your sole charge.

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    Do they provide transport from the airport once I arrive ?

    Yes, once you land into Dubai International Airport, you'll be greeted by the Marhaba Girls, they'll be dressed in Yellow and will cruise you through the airport customs with priority so you don't have to wait in the queues. They will then lead you to pick up your luggage and proceed to an Emirates HR representative. You'll be asked to give your passport and give your details. That same Emirates rep will then hand you over to the driver who in turn will take you to your accomodation.

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    How long does it take to get an answer after my Final Interview ?

    The whole process should take around 4 to 7 weeks. You'll get a call from Human Resources and they will tell you that you're successful. If you're not successful, you are most likely to receive an email within 2 weeks after Final Interview. Depending on how busy the Recruiting team is, these can be delayed. Don't panic, instead call them after 6 weeks and ask about the progress.

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    When I call Emirates HR, I always get the answering machine ! How do I speak to a real person ?

    Ahah, the trick is : wait for the robot to say, "press 0 (zero) for assistance", you'll then be directed to a desk. Ask them to transfer you to "CC new joiners". They will be the one taking care of your file.

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    How long it takes to get another response from them, once you send the med exams?

    Shouldn't be too long if your medical file is complete. However, if they're missing something, they will most likely put your file to one side. If you don't get any call or email from them after 3 weeks and your joining date is getting closer, please do give them a call and ask. They deal with hundreds of files each week and can get lost sometimes. Persist in calling if you don't get through.

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    I'm from jakarta, when will jakarta cabin crew recruitment will be open?

    Please check their website http://www.emiratesgroupcareer.com for dates & venues for Open Days in your country. This applies for any country by the way !!

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    What is the english requirement for Emirates?Upper intermediate, Advanced or mother tongue ?

    Advanced is what they're looking for.

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    Besides, English is it OK to speak Hindi or French or is Arabic absolutely necessary. What if the candidate knows only one language. Thank you.

    One applicant should have at least English fluent and another mothertongue. This is due to the english speaking environment at Emirates. The training is also provided in english.

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    I know all those steps but I don't understand how #20 passport size photographs with blue background (polaroïd & digital not accepted).

    Your passport photo doesn't need to be in Blue Background. Only the passport photos you provide.

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    Will you please continue to update us on Emirates and your career. I am interested in a career with Emirates. Can one go and give an interview at other places like Dubai or Bahrain. If one is not successful in Bombay.

    Yes I will continue updating you guys ! For your interview in Dubai or Bahrain. If you haven't been selected in other countries, please wait 6 months to retry. Your details are kept in a database. The next time they come to your city they will let you know !

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    Is there any requirements that will impress the EK interviewer ...Any training course or language or criteria that they are looking for.

    You speak English, Arabic, Portuguese, French, Hindi, Japanese & have a diploma in customer service + 15 years with an international brand working in a team environment, most probably as a team leader. Then you have a lot of chances !

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    What kind of pictures do I have to bring over to the EK interview/Open Day ?

    - 20 passport photos... no headgear, no neck wear, with a smile.
    - 2 Full Lenght casual photos of you in a natural background, not smoking nor drinking. (ie You in Venice)
    - 2 Full Lenght business attire photos (ie you in a clear, unified background, white preferable in full business attire, if you've worked for a previous airline, then photos of you in your previous uniform will do the job perfectly !).

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    what is the key to succeed and get the job with emirates airlines (don't tell me smile haha) ?

    
    

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    After my final interview, I wasn't selected. I wonder whether I have any chances for future application and whether I can reach the finals again?!

    If you are married, this is probably why. Emirates only try to hire "Single" cabin crew. This is due to the cost of having to fly an entire family over and accomodating them when they can only fly & accomodate one person. They do not check for your swimming at interviews (unless stated otherwise). But once in training you are expected to be able to swim a little at least (enough to reach a slide-raft, meaning around 25 metres), they will check it during a planned emergency called Ditching, where you'll be sent into the freezing cold water of the pool.... Otherwise, recall your interview, if you were overconfident, that's probably another reason. Yet again I DO NOT HAVE THE CRITERIAS, so this is a hard question to answer !

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    I have two tattoos that you cannot see whilst wearing a uniform.I heard that they will ask you if you have any on the interview (you can see the tattoo on a medical visit).Do you know of any EK Flight Attendant with tattoos? Should I lie and cover them?

    A tattoo with Emirates is OK, only and ONLY IF it is below neck meaning underneath the collar (further away from collar the better) and above knees. Tattoos should NOT appear at any time under any circumstances. YES they will ask you if you have any tattoos during the interview, this is for post-mortem issues as they say. But of course it is also for them to know if it's OK. Yes many crew here have tattoos. Two girls from my batch got sent home (yes sent back to their home country) after the medical visit because their tattoo was showing and they didn't say. So be sure to say you have a tattoo or else try your luck, but don't blame them if they find out !

    This is an illustration to show you exactly where you can have tattoos without worrying too much. Of course, the green part is the OK zone for tattoos. On the other hand, the red zone is the NO GO zone :
    

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    I would like to apply but the problem is my height. My height is 173cm. Someone told me the airlines from gulf countries, they are not taking the candidates below 175cm. Is it true?

    You have to reach 212 centimetres at least to be elligible for an application with Emirates Airline. I don't know the minimum requirements for other airlines.

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    I am just trying to complete the online application for the position as Cabin Crew (Emirates Airlines) but there is one question which upsets me ? They're asking me to indicate my type of visa, but I haven't got one. And if I don't fill this field they reject my application.

    By Visa, I think they mean passport. Not sure on this one though.

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    Do you know if it is possible for me to bring my cats?

    Pets are not allowed in shared Emirates accomodation. But if you plan to have your own home at a later stage you can bring them over.

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    I would like to ask you about the maximum age to join Emirate Airlines as a crew member. They don´t say it on their website. I am 38...Should I even try?

    Maximum age to apply for a position as Cabin Crew with Emirates is (to the extent of my knowledge) 36.

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    what's the maximum age of joing Emirates? I'm already 30.

    Maximum age for joining Emirates as Cabin Crew is 36.

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    What are the stages / ranks / positions in the life of cabin crew beginning from the bottom to the top of the ladder

    Grade2 > Grade 1 > First Grade 1 > SFS (Senior Flight Steward) > Purser > SFP (Senior Flight Purser)

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    I wanted to ask if i can apply in Emirates, if my age now is 23 and if they are accepting underweight, my height is 5'5 but my weight is only 50 kg, it is not really proportional...

    As Cabin Crew you must be fit to work long hours, be able to operate heavy doors, lift, shift and carry heavy stuff. Seek advice from your General Practician to know if you're fit to work as Cabin Crew. Emirates is not likely to hire underweight people.

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    ANY IDEA HOW MUCH SALARY I WILL BE MAKING A MONTH (APPROX) AND HOW CAN I ADVANCE TO BUSINESS AND ECONOMY CLASS AND DOES YOUR TRAINING EXAM RESULTS DETERMINE YOUR FIRST FLIGHT

    The basic salary you'll get each month is 3985 Dihrams. Add to this your flying pay at 53.50 Dihrams per hour. A average month is around 80 hours. Also you allowances you entitled to at every layover (an example 600 dhs for a 24 hour Paris CDG). Your flat is payed for, as well as your water and electricity bills. Transportation to and from work is also provided.

    As for promotion depending on your sick days pattern, absences and performance, you should get promotion after 12 motnhs for each stage. So in theory you could become purser within 4 years !

    Finally your training results do not affect your first flight. You'll start with 2 Turnarounds do close by cities then it could be anywhere !

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    Does Emirates pay for you VISA application?

    Yes.

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    When do you start to receive your salary? I read that it could be only within the first 3 months of you being in Dubai?

    Your full salary with BASIC + FLYING PAY is after 3 months. Before that you only get your BASIC because of training. Also deduct the 2000 Dhs they give you on your first day : 1000dhs the second month and 1000dhs the third month

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    Does one need to do private cabin crew training before coming for the interview. If someone is 5'7 and weighs 59 kgs is it ok. What would be the ideal weight and height.

    No, training provided in its entirety by Emirates. As long as you height and weight are proportionate, you're fine unless medically unfit.

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    Would like to know what kind of questions were you asked and how did your interview go.

    the questions will be about your previous experience with customer service. "how do you react to that situation. What is your goal within Emirates? How do you manage conflict? That kind of questions...

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    Do your medicals have to be 100% perfect ? I'm almost ready to submit mine and there are 1 or 2 things that concern me that will concern them... And during flights do I have to clean puke & poop ?

    NO. some areas are more important than others like Heart issues, eye sight etc. You have a detailed form with all the medical requirements that you're doctor should sign and approve you "FIT TO FLY". If he didn't any problems then you are fine !

    For the other question, so far haven't dealt with such issue, but in the event of puke we have SOLIDIZER, we sprinkle the designated area and the puke will turn into gelatine like substance, in turn very easy to pick up and also kills the smells. It's part of your job to ensure a clean, safe and frendly environment for yourself as well as for the passengers. You wouldn't leave a puke in the middle of the aisle anyway, or would you?

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    I understand that trough the first week of training you should be dressed in bussiness attire. What I want to know is when do Emirates provide you of the uniform, in order to know if I need to bring one or more suits. Thanks!!

    Emirates will provide you with your uniform the first or second day of the corporate induction. Bring more than one attire over. They will come in handy for your first week at Emirates.

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    In the philippines, Emirates does not have open days, however, they told me that hiring was continous all through out the year here. do you know if the process is the same?

    I think there's pre-selection through a third-party agency, but I have no idea which company does it. No doubt the process is the same. They'll have to same criterias for sure.

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    Have you heard of anyone being sent back to their home country because they failed the medical exams in Dubai? How strict are they with the medicals? What do they usually test and do you need perfect vision?

    If your medicals are ok in your country of origin, within the Emirates requirements detailed in the chart they have provided you and if your doctor says you're "fit" you'll be fine in Dubai !

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    What kind of benefits do your immediate family members get wen you become a cabin crew for emirates? and how soon can u avail of it? thanks so much!

    Your immediate family gets ID90 and ID50 tickets after your probation period.

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    How long does the hiring process take?

    Depends on how fast they want to hire, apparently these days, after final interview at the open day, they call the successful applicant within 3 weeks. Otherwise, bases on my experience, I waited 6 weeks for them to call me back. Then there's all the documents to produce and send to them, that will take you around 3 weeks in all. They will then decide a departure date for you, usually 1-2 months after they called you and said your were successful

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    I registered online for Dublin’s Open Day the 22 of August, basically just included putting all my information on their main Emirates website. I was wondering if I should expect a replay from them or if it would be OK to pitch up the date of the Open Day? I am travelling a distance to be there and don’t want to be turned away. Thanks for all the advice on the site kind regards Alfred

    Some applicants came to the Open Day without invitations and made it to Dubai, so I see no problem in you going there but strongly advise to go to an Open Day nearest to your home where ever possible.

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    I just went for the final interview, I wanted to ask you usually what is the chance for those who got to the final to get the job?

    If you managed to crawl your way through to the final interview, there's a good chance of you ending up in Dubai sometime in the future unless you were really not confident during the final interview.

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    If I speak another language than English and my mother tongue, am I paid more?

    nope.

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    What are the vaccination required for duty ?

    Here's the list of vaccinations you'll need

    * MMR
    * Oral Polio
    * Tetanus / Diphteria
    * Typhoid
    * Hepatitus A + B
    * Meningitis
    * Yellow Fever (must have)

    If you can't do them in your home country, they will provide you with jabs here in Dubai, don't panic if you haven't got them all.

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    Regarding the Open Day. If you have been formally invited to an Open day do you stand more of a chance then those who just show up on the day?

    Not that I know of. It's an Open Day, so anyone is free to show up. That's how it went for mine in Paris last year.

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    I was just wondering if there is a maths test at any point during the recruitment process ?

    No maths test what so ever with regards to the Emirates Recruitment. But they expect a High School diploma, so they expect you to know how to count, at least.

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    Does emirates promote experienced cabin crew faster than fresh joiners?

    Not as far as I know. But the harder you work, the faster you get promoted.

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    What is the Personality Assessment about ?

    This test is a series of questions based on simple facts that will highlight your social profile as well as many other aspect of your personality depending on the answers you tick. This test is not disqualifying. It is only there for the recruiters to have a quick glance at your personality and prepare for the Final Interview. The test is also known as 16PF and is widely used in corporations around the world. I even had to do one while working as a Barman with my old employer (FrogPubs in Paris) ! You can google "16PF' and you'll find a lot more information.

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   How long does the training last for ?

   The training at Emirates is intensive and lasts for 6 weeks. Not counting the introduction week. You'll have 2 weeks of Security & Emergency Procedures, 1 week of First Aid Response and finally 2 weeks of In-Flight Service.
   The First week will be used to finalize paperwork you've submitted prior to joining Emirates, and will introduce you to the company. On the 2nd day you will go for your uniform fitting !

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   What is SEP ?

   SEP stands for Security & Emergency Procedures. These define the "How To's" of evacuating an aircraft during emergencies. It lasts for 2 weeks and is great fun. You get to do real emergency evacuations on full-size, rollercoaster simulators of the Boeing 777 and the Airbus A340/30.

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   Do I have to swim ?

   Yes. You'll be tested for ditching, which includes an eventfull afternoon bobbing around on the slide-raft. The pool is deep, an average person won't be able to touch the bottom. You'll be wearing a Life-Jacket so don't panic, you'll float. Another thing, the pool is freezing cold. You'll be in clothing, from top to bottom. You'll have to climb back on the raft, so practice in your local pool...

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   Is SEP training hard ?

   Yes/No. Depends on your methods. There's a hell a lot of information to take on. Learning emergency drills by heart and equipment location of 5 different aircrafts. But as the days go by, you'll familiarise with all of that, and it will in turn be easier towards the end. A good dose of revisioin every night is essential.

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   What are the facilities like ?

   Erm, brilliant ! Emirates have spent an amazing amount of money do rebuild a spanking new Training College with state of the art facilities, from BIG simulators, to freezing cold pools along with classrooms, inflight service trainers and all sorts. You'll be amazed at how good these are. Making it very easy for you to learn quickly & efficiently.

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   What's First Aid about ?

   Well, in case you encounter an injury or sickness on-board your flight, you'll be able to respond with your first aid skills learnt at college. You'll get to practice CPR, bandages, and learn a lot of medication names... You'll be the perfect nurse at the end !

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   What do I learn during Service Standards ?

   Well everything service related. With a focus on how to deliver food, drinks, how to answer Skywards questions, the service sequences and much more. It's an intensive 2 weeks. With lots to remember especially airport codes !

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   Is there any place in Dubai where you can find internet services in case of not having a notebook ? Is it necessary to travel in business attire during your joining travel ?

   There are many internet cafes around. Not necessary to wear business attire. But they do expect casual wear.

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   Will be attending an assessment day in the near future and I am concerned about a small tattoo I have on my ankle. I am a male so is the no gone zone applicable to both male and females?

   The tattoo on your ankle is fine as the male uniform covers up your body totally.

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    If for some reason I become homesick and want to return home, do I have to pay for my training that Emirates provided for me? And is there a minimum period you cannot leave such as a contract?

    You will sign a contract for 3 years with a probation period of 6 months, you are entitled to 1 rapatriation ticket with emirates to your ALD (annual leave destination). I'm not sure about the training fees though, I think they will deduct some kind of money from the time you spent in Dubai. But for sure, in the first few weeks you won't have time to get homesick.

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    What is the schedule for the first week in Dubai? When do you receive your medical and what does this involve?

    The first week involves paperwork mainly with corporate induction. On the second or third day you will get your uniform. Medical is in the first week, all they do is check you record to see if it's the same as you provided, update your vaccinations and that's it. Oh a drug test is also done...

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    If I fail on training, what happens?

    You resit or go home.

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    Where can I get some documents and videos about training for courses?

    No documents or videos have leaked from the training center. Those are confidential documents so it is unlikely you'll find them.