Applying to be an Au Pair in Australia

When is it best to apply?

Now! Australia's borders are open and Au Pairs are arriving weekly.

How do I apply?

The following is a step by step guide to the application process. While it may seem like alot to do, it does mean we can match you with families that suits your experience, preferences and preferred start dates.

Stage One - Apply

Complete the online application and pay the Program deposit. To apply please click here.

Stage Two - Tell Us About You

Introduction Letter - You’ll need to write a letter to your future host family telling them all about yourself, such as your skills, experience, hobbies, and why you want to be an Au Pair in Australia.

Photos & video introduction - You’ll also need to provide pictures and a short video introduction. The video and photos are important as it immediately shows the families who you are.

Other documents - We will send you more information about the last steps of the process: completing your AIFS Medical form, completing a police check, and obtaining two references (character & childcare).

Your Interview - Once you’ve done this you're ready to organise your interview with one of our friendly Interviewers. This could be face-to-face or via Zoom/WhatsApp - depending on where you live. We will then double check your application before to sending to the AIFS Australia team.

Stage Three - Let's Get You Placed

Viewing profiles - As soon as the Sydney team receive your application they will start the matching steps. This can take a few weeks so don't worry if you do not receive an interview request immediately. We want to make sure that we find you suitable families that have similar aged children to those that you have cared for and who interests and preferences should align with your own.

Interviewing with families - Our team will help you organise interviews with potential host families and give you advice on what to ask. We have some pretty cool Au Pair opportunities in Australia so we encourage you to be flexible in terms of where you want to go, and instead focus on the type of family will best suit you. Sometimes it only takes one interview to find your perfect host families. No matter how many interviews you have, you ultimately get to decide with which host family you want to become an Au pair.

Stage Four - You're Placed

You’ve just found your perfect AIFS host family and you’re officially going to be an Au Pair in Australia! You can’t quite believe you’re going to Australia but feel like it’s a dream come true!

Pay your final payment - This fee can be more if you are opting for a longer placement so please check the Fees page for more information.

Apply for your visa - We know visa’s can be tricky and a little scary to apply for so we are on hand to help you apply.

Flights - Once your visa is approved you are ready to book your flights and purchase insurance. Although these are not included, we can give you some tips on where to book your flight. Insurance companies vary in terms of inclusions so we suggest taking some time to find the best option for you.

This looks like a lot but honestly its not! The AIFS Au Pair in Australia team are here to help!