As most Au Pairs will need a visa to travel to Australia, the requirements to take part in the Au Pair program there are mainly the visa requirements.
In this article, you will be able to find the requirements that you need to fulfil to become an Au Pair in Australia, and the ones that are not compulsory but will facilitate the process of finding a Host Family.
Australia has no official Au Pair program through the government, therefore the requirements of the Au Pair program in Australia correspond to the requirements of the visa that you would need to enter the country.
In this article, we will explore the general requirements of the program and we will provide you with a step by step guide on how to become an Au Pair in Australia.
Au Pair requirements in Australia
Generally speaking, the Au Pair is expected to be a young person who hasn’t started a family yet and who is deeply interested in the culture of the Host Country. The applicant should also know enough English to communicate with local people and fully enjoy the stay abroad.
As there are no official requirements for the Au Pair program in Australia , the only requirements you need to worry about are the visa requirements, which are generally as follows:
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2. Check the validity of your passport
Your passport will be crucial during the visa application - check now if it is valid and if it will remain valid throughout the whole stay.
3. Take care of the paperwork - sign the contract!
Invite your Host Family for a video-call and discuss your contract in detail - point by point! If both sides agree with the terms of cooperation, sign the contract. Ask your family for a letter of invitation as well - it may be helpful during the visa application.
4. Apply for a visa to Australia
Depending on your nationality, you will need to apply for the right type of visa to Australia. Only the citizens of New Zealand don’t need a visa to enter Australia. If you belong to any other country, have a look at which visa you will need!
5. Insurance in Australia
If you receive a visa and you know the exact date of your departure, it’s time to take care of one of the most important points - your insurance for Australia. The insurance has to fulfil your visa requirements - read more about the type of visa you are about to receive and purchase the right kind of the insurance!
6. Plan your trip!
You’re almost done - now you need to pack your suitcase, think of some gifts for your Host Family and watch your dreams come true. Make sure that you have all the necessities packed - check twice if visa, ID card, passport and all the documents are in your luggage.
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Olena, Ukrainian
I had zeal and zest for summer vacation at my university this year. The main reason was that I decided to become an Au Pair in ❱❱
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I had zeal and zest for summer vacation at my university this year. The main reason was that I decided to become an Au Pair in Poland.
I learned about this program from the German teacher at my high school. She said that it is a great opportunity for those who like traveling and learning languages to push themselves to become better. I love spending time with children, so I thought that such a decision would be the right one.
To be honest, at first I was a little scared, as I hadn’t had such an experience before. My Host Family turned out to be so nice, though. They were ready to give me advice every time I had problems with something. We traveled a lot, and I got to know their country and culture better. Also, they were kind enough to ask me about the situation in Ukraine now.
My main responsibility was taking care of the small girl, who is one year old. I was there for her for 8 hours during the day, and in the evening I was free. Sometimes I helped with her three-year-old brother too. The day off was Sunday, and I was able to choose what to do that day. I mostly went sightseeing in the city of Warsaw, but from time to time I also spent time with my Host Family.
Now I miss the children, as they have become an integral part of my life for the past three months. They called me “Auntie” and I felt very welcome. The family has a dog too. I liked him, even though he is a bit too active and likes biting everything in his way.
The good thing is that I improved my English a lot and learned many Polish phrases. I also become more flexible and ready for new challenges because, with children, anything can happen at any time as they are growing and curious to see and touch everything in the world.
So, if anyone still has any doubts about the Au Pair program, do not! Text some families and arrange an online meeting to discuss all contract details. Make sure you find “your” family and let the story begin. Some difficulties may appear, but don’t be afraid of asking questions. Remember that your host family wants to make you feel comfortable with them. Trust me, being an Au Pair will help you grow personally and become more wise. I’m glad to be a part of this community.
Our Au Pair has been fantastic, we will be so sad to see her leave. I couldn’t have asked for someone better. Elly is patient, kind, ❱❱
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Our Au Pair has been fantastic, we will be so sad to see her leave. I couldn’t have asked for someone better. Elly is patient, kind, considerate and mature. I wish her all the best on her next adventure.
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