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Aupair finden

Find trusted au pairs in Europe today

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Au pairs playing with children

Gastfamilie finden

Find host families across Germany and Europe

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Au pairs playing with children

Aupair visa

Au pair visa guidance for Germany and Europe

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Aupair finden

Au pairs playing with children

Aupair finden

Find trusted au pairs in Europe today

Gastfamilie finden

Au pairs playing with children

Gastfamilie finden

Find host families across Germany and Europe

Aupair visa

Au pairs playing with children

Aupair visa

Au pair visa guidance for Germany and Europe

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Connect with caring, verified au pairs from around the world. Find the perfect match for your family's needs.

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Join welcoming families who are excited to share their culture and home. Start your au pair journey today.

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What is an Au Pair?

An au pair is typically aged 18–30 and lives with a host family in another country. They help with childcare and light household tasks in exchange for accommodation, meals, pocket money, and a cultural experience.

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What is a Host Family?

A host family opens their home to an au pair, provides a safe and supportive environment, and includes them in daily life. In return, they receive help with childcare and light household tasks based on agreed terms.

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What is auost?

Auost helps families and au pairs find fair and exchange opportunities, ensuring clear expectations and transparent communication for all parties.

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Find Your Ideal Childcare Option

Answer a few quick questions to discover the best childcare match for your family.

👨‍👩👧 Do you have one or more children who require childcare support?
🍼 Do you need regular daily or weekly childcare assistance?
Do you need help with school routines such as drop-offs, pickups, or homework support?
🌍 Are you looking for live-in childcare support, such as hosting an au pair?
🏫 Are you able to cover living costs, accommodation, and pocket money for an au pair?
🏠 Would you like your children to experience cultural exchange with an international au pair?
💶 Are you able to provide the necessary documents for an au pair visa application in your country?

Au-pair Requirements per Country

Compare cultural exchange opportunities, visa requirements, and legal regulations across major host countries.

Germany flag Germany

An au pair in Germany supports a host family for up to 30 hours per week while living in the household and participating in cultural exchange.

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France flag France

Au pairs in France must be enrolled in a language course and work a limited number of hours per week in exchange for accommodation, meals, and pocket money.

About France
Netherlands flag Netherlands

The Netherlands allows au pairs only through recognized sponsors, not private arrangements.

About Netherlands
United Kingdom flag United Kingdom

The UK no longer offers a dedicated au pair visa. Au pair arrangements are informal and usually based on cultural exchange within visitor or youth mobility rules.

About UK

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Frequently Asked Questions About Au Pairs and Host Families

Find detailed answers to common questions and get the information you need to make the most of our platform.

What is an au pair?
An au pair is a young person who lives with a host family abroad for a limited period. In exchange for room, board, and pocket money, the au pair helps the family with childcare and light household chores. The goal is cultural exchange and learning a new language.
How does auost's au pair placement service work?
Our platform connects au pairs with host families and helps manage the placement process.
What requirements must host families meet?
Host families must provide accommodation, meals and follow the country's au pair regulations.
What requirements apply to au pairs?
Au pairs must meet age requirements and be willing to participate in cultural exchange.
How much does an au pair cost a host family?
Costs usually include pocket money, insurance and language course fees depending on the country.
Does an au pair need a visa?
Yes, depending on the destination country a visa or residence permit may be required.