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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

Amalia's family from Spain

She was great but she has to come back before she thought so I have to beguin the process again .

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Sylwia's family from United Kingdom

Great Au pair! Full of ideas, responsible, focused on children's needs. My two boys-1yo and 3yo had fantastic time with Anna. Trips, arts&crafts, lots of outdoor play. It was a pleasure to be together..

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Ernesto's family from Costa Rica

Great communication and impressive Rachell's resume, looking forward to meeting her! AuPair.com is definitely THE online tool for any Nanny or Au Pair need.

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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
Klaudia's experience in Cyprus Find out what the typical day of an Au Pair looks like! Read about Klaudia's experience as an Au Pair in Cyprus, what her day looks like and more!
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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
Gretchen, an Au Pair in Denmark Are you thinking of becoming an Au Pair but you are not sure how the process works? Find out what Au Pair Gretchen has done to make her dreams of travelling around Europe come true! Read her amazing story!
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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
Suffering with anxiety as an Au Pair

Suffering with anxiety as an Au Pair

Elena on 19 Sep 2019

Being an Au Pair can sometimes be hard on yourself. There are many factors that can contribute to developing anxiety. Read here to find out more.

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Are you addicted to your smartphone?

Are you addicted to your smartphone?

Sammy-Jo on 17 Sep 2019

Smartphone addiction is a lot more common than you might think. Want to find out if you are addicted to your smartphone? Read this blog post and get some helpful tips if you are.

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Depression as an Au Pair

Depression as an Au Pair - where do I get help?

Julia on 12 Sep 2019

In many countries, depression is very widespread but still something of a taboo topic. We want to raise awareness and support those who need help. 

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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
Iceland Become an Au Pair in Iceland » Become a Host Family in Iceland »
France Become an Au Pair in France » Become a Host Family in France »
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 »
Switzerland Become an Au Pair in Switzerland » Become a Host Family in Switzerland »
New Zealand Become an Au Pair in New Zealand » Become a Host Family in New Zealand »
Germany Become an Au Pair in Germany » Become a Host Family in Germany »
China Become an Au Pair in China » Become a Host Family in China »
Italy Become an Au Pair in Italy » Become a Host Family in Italy »
Ireland Become an Au Pair in Ireland » Become a Host Family in Ireland »
Austria Become an Au Pair in Austria » Become a Host Family in Austria »
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
Do Au Pair families pay for flights?
As a Host Family, it is not your duty to pay for the Au Pair's flight. It is, however, recommended to reimburse some of the money, or the entire sum, to the Au Pair once she gets to the Host Country. It is better to do it in instalments, by adding for example a certain amount to the pocket money every month. » » »
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 does an Au Pair cost per week?
The weekly cost of an Au Pair depends on different factors: pocket money, food expenses and utilities, as the Au Pair will live with the Host Family. Check our article on the different pocket money amounts according to the Host Country and get informed on how much having another person in your home will cost. » » »
Can Au Pairs work more than 45 hours?
No. Every country has its own regulations for how many hours/week the Au Pair is allowed to work, and they correspond to a specific monthly pocket money. In some countries, like the USA, this includes extra babysitting hours. In other Host Countries it depends on the agreement between Au Pair and Host » » »