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Au Pair Costs for Host Families

Au Pair Agency Costs for Host Families

Paying late fees for every minute, taking vacation days for sick days and school closures, and seeing increasing rates as families grow - these are among the factors that lead many parents to choose the benefits of an au pair over other childcare options like daycare and nannies.  How much does an au pair cost? Our transparent pricing structure below enables you to budget your childcare for the entire year since the cost remains the same, even as your family grows.

Program Fees Include:

    • Au Pair Screening 

    • Personalized Au Pair Matching

    • Au Pair Academy Training

    • Au Pair's Travel and Accident Insurance

    • International Airfare for your au pair

    • Year-long support from AuPairCare and your local Area Director

Not included in our pricing are variable and optional costs, such as our Academy Travel Service from Au Pair Academy to your home city, automobile insurance (should you choose to let your au pair drive), and up to $500 for educational reimbursement for your au pair.

Host Family Costs Table

  • Traditional Payment Schedule

    Payment Type Amount When It's Due
    Application Fee (non-refundable) $50 When you apply
    Placement Fee  (non-refundable) $250 When you match with your au pair
    Program Fee*  $8,675 $1,000 upon matching and remaining balance of $7,675 paid 30 days prior to your au pair's arrival
    Minimum Au Pair Stipend** $195.75/week Paid weekly to your au pair 
    Average Annual Cost: $18,958 

    *Program fee does not include minimum au pair stipend or other charges such as the SEVIS fee ($35) and Academy Travel Service, which are due 30 days prior to your au pair's arrival date. The Infant Specialized and Toddler Care program fees are $9,625. The minimum au pair stipend, educational reimbursement, and other options are subject to change based on updates to federal au pair regulations. Should any change occur, AuPairCare will notify all impacted parties.

    ** The U.S. Department of State calculation of the minimum weekly stipend is based on the federal minimum wage with a 40% deduction for room and board in exchange for childcare services. Host families and au pairs are free to agree to compensation higher than the legally applicable minimum.

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  • Family Friendly Payment Plan Schedule

    Payment Type Amount When It's Due
    Application Fee (non-refundable) $50 When you apply
    Placement Fee (non-refundable) $250 When you match with your au pair
    Program Fee Deposit $1,000 When you match with your au pair
    Program Fee Down Payment $3,445 30 days prior to your au pair's arrival
    4 Monthly Installments $1,170 each Begins 2 months after your au pair's arrival
    Total Program Fee* (includes $450 Payment Plan Fee): $9,125
    Minimum Au Pair Stipend** $195.75/week Paid weekly to your au pair
    Average Annual Cost: $19,408 

    *The Payment Plan covers the program fee only, not the weekly minimum au pair stipend or other charges such as the SEVIS fee ($35) and Academy Travel Service, which are due 30 days prior to your au pair's arrival date. The Infant Specialized and Toddler Care program down payment is $4,395. The minimum au pair stipend, educational reimbursement, and other options are subject to change based on updates to federal au pair regulations. Should any change occur, AuPairCare will notify all impacted parties.

    **The U.S. Department of State calculation of the minimum weekly stipend is based on the federal minimum wage with a 40% deduction for room and board in exchange for childcare services. Host families and au pairs are free to agree to compensation higher than the legally applicable minimum.

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Additional Program Options

  • Infant Specialized Au Pairs

    • For an additional $950, hire an Infant Specialized au pair who has experience caring for babies and receives extra training in infant specific topics at Au Pair Academy.

  • Toddler Care Au Pairs

    • Have a toddler in your home? For an additional $950, your au pair can attend the Toddler Care Program at Academy and receive special training for children ages 1-3, plus CPR and first aid certification. Learn more about our toddler-focused program.

      In-Country Au Pairs

      Some families may fit best with an au pair who is already in the United States. 

      The program fee for an in-country au pair is $700 for each month remaining on the au pair’s visa (months left on visa x $700 = total program fee) plus the minimum weekly stipend paid directly to the au pair. Availability is limited and dependent on factors such as the au pair’s current location, qualifications and date of availability. Families are responsible for the cost of the au pair's transportation to the new community, and the program fee and $250 placement fee are due in full upon matching.

      Extension Pricing

      Current families can choose to extend for 6, 9 or 12 months with their current au pair. Learn more about Extension Pricing.

Host Family Discounts

AuPairCare offers several types of discounts and promotions on au pair childcare for our new and repeat host families. Please enter your promotional code when applying or call us at 800.428.7247 for more information.

  • Multiples

    • Offer: Free application ($50) and $200 off program fees.

      To Qualify: Families must be new to AuPairCare and have twins, triplets, or more!

      Promo Code: MULTIPLES

  • Repeat Family

    • Offer: Free application ($50) and $500 off of program fees. With an early match, receive an additional $250 program fee discount. That is a potential savings of $800.

      To Qualify: Be a returning AuPairCare host family matching with a 12 month au pair (overseas or in-country) following a completed placement to save $550. Save an additional $250 if you match with an overseas au pair three months prior to your current program end date.

  • Thank You for Switching

    • Offer: Free application ($50) and $500 off of program fees for a 12-month placement *

      To Qualify: Be new to AuPairCare and submit as proof of payment a paid invoice of the previous au pair agency’s program fees (application fee not applicable) to billing@aupaircare.com. Discount will be provided upon receipt.

      Promo Code: T4SDISC

  • Military

    • Offer: Free application ($50) and $200 off program fees

      To Qualify: Be new to AuPairCare and show proof of active service in the military.

      Promo Code: MILITARY

  • Corporate Benefits

    • AuPairCare works with many companies across the country to provide employee benefits. Inquire with your HR Department to find out if there are special discounts available, or share this link to set up a new a corporate discount. 

  • Pre-Matching

    • Offer: For families who pre-match with an au pair, we will waive the $50 application fee.

      To Qualify: Be a family who pre-matches with your au pair before applying to our program. Call for details.

*These discounts may not be combined with other promotions.

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