Au pair guide hub
Au Pair Guide for Families and Job Seekers
Start here for au pair working hours, visas, pocket money, house rules, interviews, contracts, and next steps for UK and Germany matches.
Start here for au pair working hours, visas, pocket money, house rules, interviews, contracts, and next steps for UK and Germany matches.
See au pair working-hour limits by country, including UK and Germany rules, babysitting time, free days, holidays, and family schedules.
Read guideCheck au pair visa steps by country, including Germany documents, US J-1 agency rules, contracts, insurance, and embassy timing.
Read guideCompare au pair pocket money, UK minimum-wage rules, Germany's 280 EUR allowance, extras, records, and next steps for families and candidates.
Read guideA practical, editable house-rules framework that helps host families and au pairs align on schedules, privacy, childcare expectations, and daily boundaries from day one.
Read guideAsking the right questions is key to finding your perfect au pair match. Here is a comprehensive guide on what to ask during the interview.
Read guideWhy is an au pair contract so important? Discover the key sections every agreement must have, from duties and pocket money to termination rules.
Read guideYou've found your perfect match. Here's your step-by-step guide to what follows, from contracts to arrival.
Read guideUse the guide to understand the process, then move into focused country pages for hiring or finding au pair jobs.