Nationality

The nationality requirements for each job are given in each of the job files on this website.

To apply for any RAF job, you must be British, Commonwealth, Irish, British protected or dual national (British/other) at the time of application.

For security reasons, there are stricter nationality requirements for some jobs. For a few, you must have been a UK citizen and UK resident since birth.

Residency

You must have lived in the UK for the five years immediately before you apply to join. For a few jobs, the qualifying period is ten years.

In exceptional circumstances, there is a chance that you could join even if you don’t meet these requirements exactly.

If you are unsure about your eligibility, please call our careers information line on 0845 605 5555.