A bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ)is an essential job function that can legally be required for hiring of applicants.

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A BFOQ is a legitimate reason to discriminate in hiring or employment based on characteristics such as sex, religion, or national origin that are reasonably necessary to the normal operation of a particular business or enterprise. However, such qualifications are subject to strict legal scrutiny and must be necessary for the job and not based on assumptions or stereotypes.

A Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ)is an Essential Job Function