Become an Astronaut
SUIT.UP
CREW SELECTION
We are giving 6 members of the global public, selected mainly from the 150 countries that have never had an astronaut, the opportunity to go to space on Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket.
For citizens of Nations that have had no or very few astronauts
For everyone else on the planet
Unlike human spaceflight programs of the past, there is no ‘finger on the scale’ of astronaut selection
The final crew is voted by you
This Mission is a partnership between SERA and Blue Origin. Together we are dedicated to opening up new opportunities in space for communities that have historically lacked access.
ACCESS.GRANTED
SERA ID
Generate your SERA ID to officially become part of a global space agency. Unlock it by signing up for the SERA Mission Control app on Telegram and filling out your profile. It’s your access pass to all levels of participation.
Become an Astronaut
Apply to be one of the first in your nation to experience space travel. Create your astronaut campaign, share your SERA ID, and gather supporters.
Mission Voting
Vote for the final crew and science experiments they will perform in space. Your engagement with the mission and the community earns you badges. The more badges you collect, the greater your voting power.
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Mission Accepted
Your Astronaut Journey
Basic Requirements
• Spaceflight opportunity open to anyone over the age of 18
• Must meet Blue Origin requirements around weight, height, physical fitness and citizenship
• For safety reasons, basic English language proficiency is required
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Earn Votes
• Tell your story to the world through your Mission profile page
• Generate support through socials and word of mouth and encourage people to vote for you
• Complete themed content prompts to reach a broader audience
THREE.TWO.ONE
3-Phase Astronaut Voting Process
MISSION OVERVIEW
Join the SERA Mission Control app on Telegram to participate
This will be your gateway to space, where you’ll run your astronaut campaign for an upcoming Blue Origin New Shepard mission.
Earn, Influence, Support
Every phase brings new challenges, rewards, and opportunities. They’re designed to test your commitment and connection to the community and strengthen the power of your vote.
PHASE 1: ASTRONAUT CANDIDACY
Mechanics
Phase 1 marks the official start of your race to space. This phase is focused on earning enough SpaceDust, SERA’s in-app currency, to claim your Astronaut Candidate badge. Unlocking it will allow you to claim a spot on one of six regional leaderboards, each with a dedicated seat on Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket. The amount of SpaceDust you need will depend on the size and activity of the community and will be announced prior to the end of this phase. The more SpaceDust you earn beyond that, the better your chances of making the cut in Phase 2.
Progression
One global leaderboard based on the total SpaceDust you earn through your contribution towards building the community. This ranking boosts your visibility: higher-ranked participants are more likely to attract attention, gain followers, and build early campaign support.
PHASE 2: COLLECTIVE ACTION
Mechanics
In Phase 2, SpaceDust collection continues, and those with Astronaut Candidate Badges must complete a third-party KYC process to verify their identity and determine which regional seat they are eligible to compete for. Verified Astronaut Candidates will compete within six regional leaderboards, each tied to one of the available seats. Your leaderboard position will be driven by the amount of SpaceDust you can convince others to pledge to your candidacy. You may also pledge the SpaceDust you have earned to yourself.
Progression
At the end of Phase 2, the Top 10 candidates from each region with the most collective support will be featured in a regional community vote. The weight of each community member’s vote is determined by the number of badges they have earned so far. The three candidates from each region who receive the most votes will move on to the final stage of astronaut selection. Pledged SpaceDust is then returned to members.
CREW SELECTION
Mechanics
In the global finale, the Top 3 candidates from each region will be brought together and grouped into 3 crews of 6, with each crew including one candidate from every region. These final crews will take part in astronaut training experiences that will be broadcast on our YouTube channel, giving the community an inside look at their performance, teamwork, and readiness.
Progression
Unlike previous rounds, where voting focused on individuals, the final decision will be made by voting for one of the three crews. The community has the final say on who is going to space. The final crew will then report for training on the Blue Origin ranch in West Texas, 3 days before the flight.
JOURNEY.ON
Roadmap
A global community will apply and vote for the final candidates for the Mission
The community can use the SERA platform to learn about space science, propose, and vote for the experiments the selected astronauts will perform on the flight
This series will put three teams of six through a series of space + STEM challenges, giving the community an inside look at their performance, teamwork, and readiness before the final vote for the winning crew
Follow the final crew on their astronaut training journey as they prepare for flight. Winners of the science experiment competition announced
Rocket Launch – All roads lead to space! Join us as we livestream YOUR historic Mission into the great beyond
