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Au pair work abroad
Verified 31 October 2022 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
What is au pair work abroad? It allows a young person to move with a family abroad in exchange for services, particularly child care. The au pair stay is an opportunity to improve one's language level. Specific rules apply in Denmark, Spain, Italy, Luxembourg and Norway. We present you with the information you need to know.
What applies to you ?
General case
The conditions for being able to work at par vary from one country to another.
As a general rule, you must meet the following conditions:
- Be between 18 and 30 years of age
- Have basic knowledge of the host country language
- Take language courses once you get there
- In some countries, have a driver's license and a high school diploma
It is strongly recommended to inquire at the consulate or embassy of the country concerned.
Who shall I contact
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Europe, European Economic Area, Switzerland
You have no no need of visa to go to Europe, in The European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.
Elsewhere
You must obtain a visa. He is paying.
This is the case, for example, when traveling to the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States or Australia.
You can ask for information at the consulate of the country concerned in France.
Who shall I contact
Depending on the country, a written agreement with your host family may be required before you leave France. It is recommended in all cases.
You can ask the host country's consulate about au pair regulations.
Who shall I contact
Depending on the country (e.g. the UK), it is necessary to request the european health insurance card to benefit from their health service and be reimbursed for your care.
In any case, before leaving, find out about your health coverage abroad.
Who shall I contact
Center for European and International Social Security Liaison (Cleiss)
General information on social security abroad and assistance in the application of individuals
By telephone
+33 (0) 1 45 26 33 41
Hotline:
- mondays and wednesdays: 9am to 12.30pm
- tuesday and thursday: 1:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
- Wednesday from 9 am to 12:30 pm.
By E-mail
Access to contact form
FYI
It may also be necessary to take out an insurance and/or assistance contract. For example, in case of medical repatriation, medical expenses abroad, hospitalization, luggage theft, accommodation allowance in case of change of host family or if your civil liability is incurred.
The length of stay at the au pair varies.
It depends on the regulations of the host country and the demand of the host family.
You can leave, for example, for the summer holidays or for 6, 9 or 12 months, renewable or not.
You are housed and fed in exchange for your participation in household chores and child care for the family's children.
Your working hours, holidays and remuneration differ depending on the host country.
In most cases, you have to take language courses a few hours a week.
If you don't like the au pair program, you can terminate it. In principle, you have 2 weeks' notice to give the family time to find an alternative.
Denmark, Spain, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway
You must meet the following 4 conditions:
- Be between 17 and 30 years old
- Have basic knowledge of the host country language
- Have the goal of improving your linguistic and possibly professional knowledge and increasing your general culture
- Have a medical certificate of less than 3 months indicating your general health
You don't need a visa.
A written agreement with your host family must be reached.
This agreement is to be made preferably before your departure from France, or at the latest during the 1re week in the host family.
The agreement specifies in particular the conditions under which you share the life of the host family.
A copy of this agreement must be deposited with the competent authority of the host country or the body responsible for the au pair stay.
It is necessary to have the european health insurance card to benefit from the country's health service and be reimbursed for your health care.
The length of stay at the au pair varies.
The initial stay may not exceed one year.
However, it can be extended to allow a stay of up to 2 years.
You are housed and fed in exchange for your participation in household chores and child care for the family's children.
The actual time spent on these services is a maximum of 5 hours per day.
You have the following guarantees:
- Accommodation in a single room where possible
- Adequate time and work schedules to attend language classes and develop your cultural and professional skills
- A full day's rest per week, including at least one Sunday per month
- Pocket money (amount and periodicity of payment are indicated in the agreement)
If you don't like the au pair program, you can terminate it. In principle, you have 2 weeks' notice to give the family time to find an alternative.
Who can help me?
Find who can answer your questions in your region
Youth Information and Documentation Center (CIDJ)
Information on all subjects of direct interest to young people
By telephone
+33 (0)1 44 49 29 32
Open from Monday to Friday from 10am to 12.30pm
By E-mail
Access to contact form
Using the forum
Access to forum moderated by the Cidj's advisors
By mail
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75015 Paris
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