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Auost is an innovative online platform that connects families with qualified au pairs. We offer a range of services including personalized au pair matching, verified profiles, real-time messaging platform, online au pair training, video interviews, background checks, and interactive profiles. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive solution for all your au pair needs.

Auost uses an AI-powered matching algorithm to connect verified users based on their needs, preferences and compatibility. Users can browse profiles and chat. Users receive automatic matches directly on the platform as well as daily notifications via email.

How are the users verified?

Similar to various social media platforms, users at auspost can submit relevant documents via platform for verification.

When should I apply to be an aupair?

Ideally, 6-10 months before you want to leave the country.

How good do my language skills have to be?

Language skill requirements differ from country to country. In many countries, aupairs are required to have a basic level of the national language of the country where they would like to work as an aupair.

What are normal tasks for Aupairs?

Some typical tasks for Aupairs are: Loading and unloading the dishwasher Doing the children's washing and putting it away Making the children's beds Tidying the children's rooms Doing a little bit of shopping Looking after pets for children Emptying the rubbish Preparing snacks or meals for children Going to activities with children Communication is key, speak with host families about their expectations and requirements.

Duration for an Aupair varies based on hosts country. Stays between 3 to 12 months are possible.

Working hours vary based on host family and host country. Working hours from 15 to 40 hours per week are typical. Contact your host family or check the embassy of your host family to get specific information.

Requirements to be an Aupair

1. Age: Typically, between 18 and 30 years old. Visa: Some countries may require a specific aupair visa. Language skills: Some countries require basic knowledge of the host country. Childcare experience: Some countries require having some experience working with children, such as babysitting or volunteering. Health insurance: Aupairs are typically required to have health insurance coverage for the duration of their stay. Background check: Some countries require aupairs to undergo a background check. Education: Some countries may require aupairs to have a high school diploma or equivalent education level. It's essential to check the specific regulations and guidelines of the country you are interested in working in to ensure you meet all the necessary criteria.

Host families requirements

1. Legal requirements: Host families must comply with the legal requirements set by their country's government for hosting an aupair. Cultural exchange: must foster cultural exchange by assisting aupair in learning about their country. Housing: Host families must provide a private room and access to shared facilities like the kitchen and bathroom. Meals: Host families are typically responsible for providing the aupair with meals or a food stipend to cover such costs. Transportation: Host families may need to provide transportation or access to public transportation. Language: In some countries, host families must provide access to a langauge course. Requirements vary per host country.

The amount of pocket money varies in every country but ranges usually between 250 and 450 Euro.

Depending on the country, au pairs get 1-2 full days off minimum a week. Once a month, a complete weekend.

Depending on the host country regulations, aupairs may have 2 to 4 weeks vacation yearly.

Working hours Aupairs

Working hours differ between countries and host families. But are typically 20 and 40 hours a week.

It is recommended that au pair insurance includes travel, health, liability and travel accident insurance. Depending on the host country, the costs of the au pair's insurance are covered either by the au pair or by the host family.

Aupair Language Course

Aupairs normally pay for language courses themselves. Some countries such as Germany stipulate that hostfamilies must contribute a sum towards language course and also transportation to language course.

Travel to host family

The travel costs to the host family are usually covered by the Aupair. In some cases, the host family may offer to cover all or part of the travel costs.

Host families are not obligated to pay for visa fee but some families may offer to reimburse it. Host family pays for shipment of documents to Aupair for visa processing.

Auost FAQ - Your Complete Au Pair & Host Family Resource Guide

Looking to host an au pair or become one? You’re in the right place.

Auost FAQ & Resource Center is your go-to guide for everything you need to know about au pair programs in Europe and beyond. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to find your perfect match, this page gives you clear answers, expert advice, and step-by-step guidance — all in one place.

Our FAQ covers everything you need to know about the au pair experience:

✅ Visa and country requirements
✅ Pocket money, costs, and contracts
✅ Matching process and compatibility quiz
✅ Onboarding, daily routines, and cultural life
✅ Safety, insurance, and legal information

Use this page to explore the most common questions about au pair programs in Germany, UK, Netherlands, USA, and across Europe — and learn how Auost helps you every step of the way.

尽管某些寄宿安排可能会充满挑战，但许多互惠生（au pairs）仍将这段经历视为人生中最充实的时光之一。即便是那些曾遭遇困难的人，也往往表示自己培养了韧性和独立性，并掌握了重要的生活技能。决定这些经历成败的关键因素，通常在于互惠生与寄宿家庭之间匹配的质量。

切勿忽视他们的反馈。务必追问细节，并就任何疑虑进行坦诚、开放的沟通。如果对方的回答含糊不清或让你感到不安，完全可以继续寻找其他寄宿家庭；理想的寄宿家庭同样会珍视这种坦诚的态度。

大多数情况下，答案是否定的。与家庭共进餐通常被视为文化交流的一部分，而非工作时间。然而，如果互惠生需要照看孩子、在用餐期间协助照看孩子，或餐后负责照顾孩子，那么这段时间当然可以被视为其工作职责的一部分。接待家庭与互惠生之间最佳的关系建立在相互尊重、坦诚沟通以及理解彼此尊重隐私也是文化交流的一部分之上。当融入家庭生活是主动的，而非强加的，那么所有参与者都会感到更加自在、更有价值感，更有归属感。

通常情况下，并非如此。假期安排应由双方共同商定，既要顾及家庭对儿童照看的需求，也要考虑互惠生（au pair）个人的计划。达成共识的安排有助于实现更成功、更丰富的文化交流。成功的互惠生经历并非建立在单纯的臆想之上，而是植根于尊重、灵活性与沟通之中。

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要注册成为互惠生，请访问网站 https://www.auost.de/，导航至左上角的“互惠生项目”，然后滚动到底部并点击“成为互惠生”进行注册。

登录您的 Auost 账户，在导航面板左侧找到“会员资格”（Membership）版块。点击该版块，即可查看可供升级的方案。

这取决于季节、国家、个人资料质量和用户的灵活性。有些用户几天内就能找到匹配对象，而有些用户可能需要几周甚至几个月的时间

并非每一次匹配都能做到完美契合。Auost 建议在互惠生抵达前，双方务必明确沟通彼此的期望。在某些情况下，用户可能会决定重新匹配另一位互惠生或寄宿家庭。

是的。用户可以直接通过平台举报可疑、辱骂、误导性或不当的行为。我们会对举报进行审核，以协助维护一个相互尊重且安全的社区环境。

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