If you want to become an Au Pair in France, you need to meet certain criteria. As a Non-EU citizen, it is required to apply for a visa. We provide you with details about all the requirements you have to fulfill as a participant coming from the European Union, as well as one from outside the European Union.
There are two different types of Au Pair program in France: the Stagiaire aide familial étranger and the Salarié Au Pair. When we refer to the Au Pair program, we consider the Au Pair as Stagiaire aide familial étranger.
There are some expectations you will need to meet if you aspire to be an Au Pair in France, like being medically fit, not having children of your own or being married and, of course, having enough experience in childcare. Read the most important information about the French visa regulations we have summarized for you.
The requirements to become an Au Pair in France might vary depending on your nationality, but if you are a citizen of one of the European Union member countries you will only need to fulfil the following criteria:
That's all you need to know about how to become an Au Pair in France! If you fulfill the requirements, then don't wait anymore and start looking for a Host Family at AuPair.com!
Register at AuPair.com and create your profile. You can use our search tool and recommendation system to look for the family that matches your personality.
Sign the Au Pair contract Before going abroad, sign the Au Pair contract with your Host Family. Apply for the EHICAs a citizen of the European Union you can apply for the European Health Insurance Card in your home country. If possible, consider an extra insurance in France for your Au Pair stay.
Prepare your trip!Get everything you need for your trip abroad. Remember to make the proper arrangements with your Host Family and double check if you have packed all you need for a stay abroad.
If your home country is not a member of the European Union, then you will need to apply for an Au Pair visa in France. The general requirements to become an Au Pair in France are:
Remember to contact the French embassy in your home country to check the specific requirements and make an appointment.
Register at AuPair.com and complete your profile. Make it as interesting as possible and start sending messages to potential Host Families.
Make sure your passport is valid Make sure your passport is ready for your trip and check if it is valid for your whole stay abroad. Sign the contractSign the contract with the family. Remember you will need this document for your appointment at the Embassy.
DocumentsPrepare your French language certificate, high school diploma (or equivalent) and your motivation letter.
InsuranceTo receive a French visa, you might need a valid insurance that protects you during the full length of your Au Pair stay.
Submit your visa applicationDo not forget to make an appointment at the French embassy. That's essential to become an Au Pair in France.
Get ready to travel!Book your plane/train/bus tickets and pack your bag for your stay abroad. Do not forget to take documents such as passport with visa, Au Pair contract and family contact details in your hand luggage. It is possible that the officers at the passport control want to have a look at them.
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A wonderful experience of sharing, living together and helping each other!
A wonderful experience of sharing, living together and helping each other!
During my summer 2022, I had the opportunity to experience being an au pair in a small town near Granada in Spain. I lived with Mabel and ❱❱
During my summer 2022, I had the opportunity to experience being an au pair in a small town near Granada in Spain. I lived with Mabel and Raphael's family, with their 3 little girls. The oldest is Africa, she is 11 years old, the second is Espéranza who is 9 years old and Caroloina is the last one who is 6 years old. So we lived in an apartment in the city center in Baza, with a 2-year-old dog: Coco. This experience was very rich, it allowed me to build strong bonds with the families and especially with the girls, as well as to immerse myself in the culture, and to travel to the south of Spain during my days of rest. I had the opportunity to make Spanish friends who came from the same city as me but also to meet people during my weekend trips. I loved being able to work while having fun and spending time with the girls. Having left with no basis in Spanish, these 3 and a half months allowed me to learn the language which is actually a very beautiful language. The au pair experience was an extraordinary experience and one that I recommend to everyone with the aim of enriching themselves personally, discovering a new culture, building strong bonds with the family and traveling throughout the world. country. Finally, I would also like to thank the site au pair.com, which allowed me to have this experience without having to pay an agency. The site is very easy to use and accessible to everyone, it's great!
Very nice meeting with Gloria, who made us discover her origins and knew how to create a bond with the children. Great experience.
Very nice meeting with Gloria, who made us discover her origins and knew how to create a bond with the children. Great experience.
Very good experience with Chiara, she fully integrated our family, we shared many laughs and very good moments.
Very good experience with Chiara, she fully integrated our family, we shared many laughs and very good moments.
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