How to become an Au Pair in New Zealand?

Requirements

Age: 18 - 30 years
Good English language skills
Able to afford travel and visa expenses
Eligible for the Working Holiday Visa
Savings of NZ $4,200 in your bank account

Au Pair in New Zealand participation criteria

To become an Au Pair in New Zealand you need to meet the following requirements:

Age: 18 - 30 years
Good English language skills
Able to afford travel and visa expenses
Eligible for the Working Holiday Visa
Savings of NZ $4,200 in your bank account

In addition to the official requirements, there are also some general expectations for participants like being in good health, having no children of their own and being unmarried.

If you fulfill the requirements above then do not hesitate and find a Host Family!

Free Registration as Candidate

Step by step application process for Au Pairs:

Being an Au Pair in New Zealand is not as complicated as it might sound. Just follow these simple steps:

Check if your nationality can apply for the WHV

Check if you are eligible for the Working Holiday visa and if your passport is valid during your whole stay in New Zealand.

Find your Host Family on AuPair.com

Create a profile and complete it. Add pictures and a letter to the family and start looking for families using our search tool. Find a family and agree on the terms of the contract.

Sign the contract

After discussing all the details with your Host Family, sign the Au Pair contract. Keep in mind that it might be required during the visa application or at the arrival in the country.

Apply for the visa to New Zealand

Applicants must meet the requirements of a Working Holiday visa to become an Au Pair in New Zealand. Keep in mind that this visa type might be limited in number.

Read the documents

Work and Travel candidates must show proof of at least NZ $4,200 in their bank account to be able to afford a stay in New Zealand, medical insurance and the visa.

Get ready to travel

Prepare everything for the journey! Double check if you have exchanged contact information with your Host Family and make the proper “pick up” arrangements.

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