For this very purpose, we have gathered Au Pair testimonials from hundreds of families who have already participated in the program and shared their experiences with you. Luckily, you are not the first one who thinks about hosting an Au Pair at home. Rely on the opinion of those former or current Host Families and see what they think about it. Always remember that you can learn from their example. In general, there are two things that you should keep in mind: formal and personal experience.

What we mean by formal criteria are aspects concerning bureaucracy, like the visa application and setting up the contract. All of those points are very important but need a little time and effort so that everything goes well and smooth. If you have difficulties understanding the bureaucratic requirements for Host Families, for example the contract or the visa application, you can have a look at our Au Pair Wiki and educate yourself about the topic. This way you can avoid misunderstandings and a delay in time.

When it comes to the Au Pair program, personality is key! Even if you had to wait for months for the embassy to approve your Au Pair’s visa, being with your Au Pair, learning more about his or her culture and seeing him or her playing with your kids creates unforgettable memories. What we have learnt during the years is that personal experience during the Au Pair program weighs more than any inconvenience caused by authorities and bureaucracy. Make sure that you and your candidate ‘click’ by setting up a video interview before the arrival. This way, you can learn more about the applicant and see if you really match.

 

Now, continue reading the family testimonials and see what you can learn from them. Whenever you feel ready to tackle the Au Pair experience, you can create a profile on Domestic Au Pair World, set up your search criteria and find your ideal Au Pair. Should you have any questions or feedback for us, you can always get in touch. We are there to help you!