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What Host Families say about us

Stories and reviews of families around the world who have hired an Au Pair to take care of their children and have been part of the cultural exchange

Andrada's family from United Kingdom

Well impressed with our au pair, unfortunately she now has to go back to her country for personal reasons. Looking forward to finding our new au pair, an elder sister for our two babies.

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Rahel's family from Germany

Starting date was 25.2.2019 End of contract 8.8.2019

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Caroline's family from Germany

This was our first time to use AuPair.com. The interface is good, but could use some improvements to the search features. We will try and use it again. However, our first AuPair from the site didn'..

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How to Use Aupair.com

There is no easier way to find an Au Pair or Host Family!

The first step in your Au Pair search is the online registration on AuPair.com. Register for free and start a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Create your profile now! Read More

Are you looking for a flexible childcare solution? Do you want to work abroad and already have experience in the field of childcare? Then the Au Pair program is just right for you! Find Au Pairs/ Host Families who match your search criteria and become a Premium member. Read More

Use our secure messaging system to get in touch with your future Au Pair or Host Family. Make an appointment for an Au Pair interview. Are you wondering how? We will show you! Read More

The most important step in your Au Pair search is the agreement between both sides. Make sure to discuss important matters such as duties, hours and pocket money and sign the contract! Read More

Au Pair Definition - Who is an Au Pair?

Au Pair Definition
An Au Pair is a young person that wants to experience another culture and learn a new language by living in a foreign country with a Host Family. In exchange for a private room and some pocket money, the Au Pair takes care of tasks related to childcare and easy household chores. They are considered temporary "big brothers or sisters" for the Host Children and will hopefully become a new additional member to the Host Family. 
 
Au Pair Visa Check
In some cases Au Pairs might need a visa or a work permit. Use our visa checking tool to find out whether the Au Pair needs a visa. 

Au Pair.com Overview

Over 20 years of experience
More than 1 M happy users
Host Families from 78 countries
Au Pairs from 190 countries

Membership options

You can choose between two different memberships on AuPair.com. Find out in detail what the differences and the advantages of each option are.
Basic Members on AuPair.com
 
AuPair.com is one of the world’s biggest Au Pair matching platforms, giving the opportunity to everyone to enter the amazing world of Au Pairing!
Beyond the chance to find out if your potential Au Pair or Host Family is interested in you, with a Basic profile AuPair.com offers you useful articles and blog posts for both Au Pairs and Host Families, which will help you getting to know more about the program.
Documents that are needed for your Au Pair stay, such as the Au Pair contract and the invitation letter, and many more helpful tools can also be found on our website with a Basic profile.
 
Premium Members on AuPair.com
 
The Premium Membership allows you to contact ALL users directly! It's the easiest and fastest way to find your perfect match!
You will be able to contact other users directly through personalized messages and exchange personal data and contact details with them.
If you have a Premium Host Family profile, you will also receive a handbook for Host Families with additional tips and information on the Au Pair program,
as well as a more detailed version of the Au Pair contract!

Au Pair Experiences

Read stories of Au Pairs who already had a wonderful experience with their Host Families
Everything you need to know about the Au Pair search
Jonalyn's Au Pair story Jonalyn explains how her experience in Norway as an Au Pair was: how she found her host family, what she did with them and a lot more! Keep reading and discover how you can also join the Au Pair program!
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Everything you need to know about the Au Pair search
Becca's Au Pair stay in Australia Find out how to move to Australia as an Au Pair! Becca tells us the story of how she did it! So if it's also your dream to move to Australia to become an Au Pair, you don't want to miss this!
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Everything you need to know about the Au Pair search
Story of an Australian Au Pair in Italy Even though her experience wasn't the best when she first arrived in Italy, Abbey managed to find a new Host Family and had the time of her life! Here she gives you some advice on how to find the perfect match!
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Everything you need to know about the Au Pair search
Story of Lena au pairing in Italy Are you wondering what the day of an Au Pair in Italy looks like? Lena tells us the story of her Au Pair experience in a lovely town near Milan, the amazing adventures she had with her Host Family and a lot more!
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Full service Agency

 
AuPair.com is an online matching platform - you can find an Au Pair on our platform very easily. Visa as well as entry formalities and more need time and effort though. You are lacking time to deal with the whole organisation? Get in touch with one of our reliable partner Au Pair agencies which will guide you through the whole process and your Au Pair time!

Our Blog

Find more information, news and stories from Au Pairs in our blog
Online language courses for Au Pairs

Online language courses for Au Pairs: Are they a valid option?

Sammy-Jo on 15 Oct 2019

One of the requirements of the Au Pair program is taking part in a language course. But not everyone has the time or money to commute to a physical classroom on a regular basis. Are online language courses a valid alternative for busy Au Pairs?

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Eating disorder as an Au Pair - What to do?

Eating disorder as an Au Pair - What to do?

Julia on 10 Oct 2019

Most Au Pairs fit the risk group of eating disorders, that’s why we wanted to deal with this sensitive topic during our Mental Health Awareness Month. We'll give you insight into the different types of eating disorders and will also provide Host Families with tips on how to deal with the situation if they suspect their Au Pair is struggling with healthy eating habits. 

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How to make your Au Pair feel at home

How to make your Au Pair feel at home

Sammy-Jo on 08 Oct 2019

You obviously want to be the best Host Parents you can be. But how can you make sure your Au Pair feels at home? Read our tips and tricks in this blog post.

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Info about the Host Countries

There are times in life when you notice that you need a change. Whether you are an Au Pair seeking for the adventure of your life or a Host Family who wants to extend their family boundaries - you can find your match with AuPair.com. Find more details about the requirements and the application process in each country
Ireland Become an Au Pair in Ireland » Become a Host Family in Ireland »
Finland Become an Au Pair in Finland » Become a Host Family in Finland »
Netherlands Become an Au Pair in the Netherlands » Become a Host Family in the Netherlands »
Italy Become an Au Pair in Italy » Become a Host Family in Italy »
Australia Become an Au Pair in Australia » Become a Host Family in Australia »
Iceland Become an Au Pair in Iceland » Become a Host Family in Iceland »
Luxembourg Become an Au Pair in Luxembourg » Become a Host Family in Luxembourg »
Sweden Become an Au Pair in Sweden » Become a Host Family in Sweden »
USA Become an Au Pair in USA » Become a Host Family in the USA »
New Zealand Become an Au Pair in New Zealand » Become a Host Family in New Zealand »
England / UK Become an Au Pair in UK / England » Become a Host Family in UK / England »
Rest of the World Most popular countries to become an Au Pair abroad » Au Pair Programs for Host Families »

Frequently Asked Question

Do you have any questions about the program or our website? We are always happy to help! Find the answers to our most frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Nanny and Au Pair?
The Au Pair program has specific requirements. In case of nannies, the only regulation that applies to a live in nanny is the country's labour legislation. There are no exchange program rules to follow. Nannies and Au Pairs share the same responsibilities, but there are also some major differences to check. » » »
How much is an Au Pair per month?
The cost of an Au Pair per month depends on the pocket money and the expenses for food and utilities. Read the regulations about pocket money in every Host Country, as they differ depending on where you are and find out how much it will cost you to have another person living in your house. » » »
How much do you have to pay an Au Pair?
Pocket money is different for every Host Country and ranges between 200 $ and 900 $. Find out what the minimum amount of pocket money for each country is and write it down in the contract. You can also agree on a different sum with the other party, but make sure that the minimum amount is respected. » » »
How long does it take to hire an Au Pair?
It depends on many factors: how active you are on the platform, how specific your search criteria are and how good your profile is. We recommend to create a profile with pictures and text in the description boxes and send 10 - 15 messages a day to find an Au Pair more quickly. » » »