Become an airmate

What is an airmate?

An airmate is a freelancer who acts as an On Board Courier (OBC) and has extensive experience as a frequent flyer. They have successfully completed the airmates application and have a verified profile.

airmates are responsible for hand-carrying time-sensitive and valuable items, such as documents, samples, or high-priority shipments. They personally escort the items to ensure secure and fast delivery. They also stay in constant communication with our operations team and provide updates to the customer.

Requirements to become an airmate

To ensure the safety and security of our shipments, it is essential for an On Board Courier to have no criminal record.

All applicants must meet the following requirements:

  1. Proven frequent international air travel experience – applicants must be highly experienced international flyers and able to demonstrate familiarity with airports, connections, customs, immigration, and international travel procedures.
  2. Be at least 18 years old.
  3. Hold a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity.
  4. Have a smartphone with international roaming and data.
  5. Have valid international health insurance.
  6. Hold an internationally accepted credit card with a minimum available limit of €5,000.
  7. Be fluent in English, both spoken and written.
  8. Have no criminal record and successfully complete a background check.
  9. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, reliability, discretion, and integrity.
  10. Be able to work independently and calmly under pressure, follow instructions accurately, communicate promptly, and handle time-critical shipments responsibly.

Please apply only if you meet all of the above requirements. Please note that applications from Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Luxembourg, Romania, Sweden and Switzerland are currently closed due to the high number of active OBCs already available in these regions.

In addition, applicants should also have:

  1. Knowledge of airports: Experienced flyers are likely to be familiar with different airports, their layouts, and procedures, which helps to move quickly and efficiently through the terminals, reducing the risk of delays.
  2. Understanding of customs and import/export regulations: Familiarity with these regulations is essential to avoid delays and potential legal issues during border crossings.
  3. Attention to detail: airmates couriers must be meticulous in handling shipments and ensuring that all required documentation is accurate and in order.
  1. Flexible schedule: airmates should be prepared for irregular hours and be able to adjust their plans to mission requirements.
  2. Problem-solving skills: airmates may encounter unexpected challenges during their journeys. The ability to think on their feet and find creative solutions is essential.

How to become an airmate?

  1. Make sure you have the required documents at hand before starting the application, including a valid frequent flyer program, a background certificate, and a passport with at least 6 months until expiration.
  2. Start the application process after reviewing the requirements. Note: Frequent flyer experience is mandatory.
  3. Wait for the final email confirmation about your profile status. This email may ask for more information, highlight any mistakes in your documents, or let you know if your application is rejected due to not meeting the requirements.
  4. If you pass the application process, make sure you understand how the missions work. This is important to avoid questions during the shipment process. “Time matters”, so delivering on time is crucial.

If you meet these requirements, you are on your way to becoming an airmate.

Additional qualifications such as experience with long-distance travel and familiarity with customs procedures will be beneficial. You should also be familiar with instructions for package handover, customs information, and final delivery at the destination airport.

It’s important for all airmates to be able to handle unexpected situations with professionalism.

Application

Do you possess all the prerequisites for joining airmates? Have you gathered all the essential documents for your application? If your response is affirmative to both queries, we warmly encourage you to proceed with the application.

How many international trips have you taken in the last 12 months?

One return journey, including layovers, counts as one trip.

Are you at least 18 years old and do you have a valid passport?
Do you have a smartphone with international roaming and data?
Do you have valid international health insurance?
Do you have an international credit card with at least €5,000 available credit?
Are you fluent in spoken and written English?
Do you have a clean criminal record and are you available for short-notice international travel?

Result

Yes, you have what it takes to become an airmate. We’d be happy if you to continue to apply now.

Courier information

Thank you for your interest to become part of time:matters airmates, the biggest On Board Courier platform worldwide. According to your location you are currently living in a region with a high number of available couriers. Therefore, it might be difficult to get selected to an On Board Courier mission any time soon. If you are still eager to apply go ahead and sign-up, but we can unfortunately not guarantee you any amount of missions soon.

Following exceptions might increase your chances to get selected:

  • You have specific passports or visa (i.e. China, Russia, Middle East, Africa).
  • You are not located in the country, which is correlated to the international prefix you entered.
  • You are changing location frequently or planning to move to another country soon.
Cancel I still want to become an On Board Courier

Thank you very much for your application as an airmates Onboard Courier at time:matters. We appreciate your interest and willingness to take on this role. Unfortunately, due to the high number of available couriers at your location, we are currently unable to offer you registration. We kindly ask you to visit our website to stay informed about new opportunities as soon as they become available.

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Result

Unfortunately you do not meet the requirements to become an airmate.