FAQ-Frequently Asked Questions

For Host Families:

1.   What is an au pair placement?
2.   Which countries are included in the au pair scheme?
3.   How long will it take to find an au-pair for my family?
4.   Does my Au-Pair has to register with the police?
5.   If I am not happy with the au-pair, can I change my au-pair?
6.   Do you offer male Au-Pairs?
7.   We don't have any children but would like to invite someone just for a Cultural Exchange.
8.   We don't have children, but we need someone for our garden and pets.
9. There is no college available in our area. Can we have an au-pair?
10. Our au pair has been with us for two years, and her visa is expiring. We want her to stay longer with us, is this possible?
11. How do I apply?

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For Au-Pairs:

1.   What is an au pair placement?
2.   Which countries are included in the au pair scheme?
3.   Do I need a visa as an au pair?
4.   How do I qualify to come to the United Kingdom as an au pair?
5.   Can I choose the area I want to go to in the UK?
6.   How long will it take once I have been accepted?
7.   If I get homesick, can I come home?
8.   What are the host families like?
9.   Will there be other Au-Pairs in my area?
10. How far ahead should I apply?
11. I am not a citizen of a participating country. Can I be an au-pair in the UK?
12. Will my host family meet me when I arrive in the UK?
13. Can I move to another 'host' family?
14. Is there any health insurance cover for me during my stay?
15. If I am not happy with the host family, can I request you to change my family?
16. Do you offer free accommodation for the au-pairs who have serious problems with their host families?
17. How can I contact you while I am an au-pair in the UK?
18. Can I extend my stay as an au pair?
19. Do I have to register with the police?
20. How do I apply?

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