Au Pair Requirements & Eligibilty

If you love children, travel, and cultural exchange, you may be the perfect fit. Before you apply, check whether you meet the U.S. Department of State au pair requirements below — most people are surprised by how achievable the qualifications are.

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Au Pair Requirements: Do You Qualify?

The following requirements are set by the U.S. Department of State and apply to all au pair program participants.

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Between the ages of 18–26 at the time your program begins, unmarried, and without dependent children

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Vzdelávanie

Secondary school diploma or equivalent or about to complete your final year.

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Skúsenosti

Over 300 hours of childcare experience with two separate references from non-family members. Babysitting, daycare work, nannying, camp counseling, and school assistant roles all qualify.

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Vodičský preukaz

Valid driving license and genuine driving experience (or willing to obtain before your start date). Driving children to school and activities may be a regular part of au pair life.

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Angličtina

Good conversational English. There's no formal test — AuPairCare assesses your English through a personal interview. Your English will improve significantly during the program.

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Zdravie

Dobrý zdravotný stav a nefajčiar/ka

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Bezúhonnosť

Good character and free from any criminal activity. All applicants undergo a background check.

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Občianstvo

Your country of citizenship must be eligible for the J-1 au pair visa. The program is open to applicants from many countries across Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa. U.S. citizens and permanent residents are not eligible.

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Svet starostlivosti o deti

Ako au pair sa určite nikdy nebudeš nudiť! Budeš mať rôzne úlohy, vďaka ktorým sa staneš súčasťou novej rodiny. Deti, ktoré budeš mať na starosti, sú ako všetky ostatné – milujú sa hrať, učiť sa a objavovať nové veci.

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Deň v živote Au Pair

Tvoj deň ako au pair bude zahŕňať kombináciu povinností a voľného času.

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Ranná rutina

Ráno zobudíš deti, pomôžeš im umyť si zuby, obliecť sa a pripravíš im raňajky.

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Príprava jedla

Pripravíš deťom jedlo a občerstvenie.

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Odvoz detí do školy

Nachystáš deti a odvezieš ich do školy.

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Čas pre seba

Keď sú deti v škole, využi čas pre seba a zájdi si do posilňovne alebo na hodinu jogy.

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Vzdelávacie kurzy

Získaj študijné kredity a uži si hodiny angličtiny, fotografie, americkej kultúry alebo marketingu!

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Pranie a upratovanie

Udržuj detskú izbu a priestory na hranie čisté a postaraj sa o pranie bielizne pre deti.

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Popoludňajšie aktivity

Budeš sa s deťmi hrať rôzne hry, zapájať sa do zábavných aktivít, pomáhať im s domácimi úlohami a prípravou do školy, a taktiež ich brať na ihriská a voziť na krúžky.

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Večera s rodinou

Večeraj s hostiteľskou rodinou a podeľ sa o novinky zo svojho dňa.

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Rutina pred spaním

Priprav deti na spanie, umy im zuby a daj im kúpeľ. Prečítaj im knižku alebo zaspievaj uspávanku.

Tvoja hostiteľská rodina

Tvoja druhá rodina už na teba čaká

Hostiteľské rodiny sú rôzne, niektoré majú viac členov, iné menej, a každá má svoje špecifické potreby. Všetky však hľadajú niekoho, kto sa stane súčasťou ich rodiny a postará sa o ich deti. Aby si našla tú správnu hostiteľskú rodinu, začni vytvorením profilu, ktorý ti umožní skontaktovať sa s potenciálnymi hostiteľskými rodinami a ukázať svoje skúsenosti a záujmy.

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Tvoj druhý domov

Rodiny z celých USA hľadajú au pair, ako si ty! Toto sú len niektoré z úžasných miest, kde žijú naše hostiteľské rodiny.

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New York / New Jersey

Manhattan, Brooklyn, Long Island, Atlantic City, Niagra Falls
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Gastronómia
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Denver Colorado

Colorado

Denver, Aspen, Vail, Fort Collins, Skalnaté hory
Príroda
Lyžovanie
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au pair na moste Golden Gate v San Franciscu

Severná Kalifornia

San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Napa Valley, Santa Cruz, Lake Tahoe, Sacramento
Tech
Gastronómia
Príroda
au pair na móle Santa Monica v Los Angeles

Južná Kalifornia

Los Angeles, Hollywood, Disneyland, San Diego
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Móda
au pair vo Washingtone DC

DC / Virginia / Maryland

Biely dom, Kapitol, Alexandria, Williamsburg, Baltimore
Múzeá
História
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au pair v Seattli

Washington

Seattle, Puget Sound, Národný park Olympic, Starbucks
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What are the requirements to become an au pair in the U.S.?

To qualify for the AuPairCare program you need to: be between 18–26 years old, hold a secondary school diploma, have at least 300 hours of verified childcare experience with two non-family references, hold a valid driver's license, speak conversational English, be in good health, be a non-smoker, have a clean criminal record, and be a citizen of an eligible country. You must also be unmarried with no dependent children and available to commit to the full 12-month program.

How much childcare experience do I need?

The U.S. Department of State requires a minimum of 300 hours of childcare experience, verified by two references who are not family members. Qualifying experience includes babysitting, daycare or nursery work, school or camp assistant roles, and professional nannying. Experience caring only for your own siblings does not count.

What is the minimum and maximum age to be an au pair?

You must be at least 18 years old when your program starts and no older than 26. These age limits are set by the U.S. Department of State and apply to all accredited au pair agencies.

What English level do I need?

You need to be able to communicate confidently in everyday situations — with your host family, children, and local community. There is no minimum score on a formal English test. AuPairCare evaluates your English through a personal interview and short video as part of the application. Most au pairs report significant improvement in their English within the first few months of the program.

Do I need a driver's license to be an au pair?

Yes — a valid driver's license and genuine driving experience are required, since driving the children may be a regular part of life as an au pair. Your home country license is accepted to start the program, though some U.S. states require you to obtain a local license after a few months. If you don't have a license yet, many applicants obtain one before applying.

Is my English good enough to apply?

If you can communicate well enough to read this page and hold a basic conversation, you're likely fine. Your English doesn't need to be perfect — AuPairCare's interview is designed to assess natural communication ability, not formal grammar. Most au pairs are pleasantly surprised by how quickly their English improves once they're living with a host family.

When should I start the application process?

We recommend starting 3–12 months before your ideal start date. University students typically begin between June and September, so applying 6–9 months in advance is ideal to avoid exam conflicts and allow time for matching and visa processing.

Do I have to stay for the full 12 months?

Yes — the program is a minimum 12-month commitment per U.S. Department of State regulations. Most au pairs find the year goes by faster than expected, and many choose to extend for an additional 6, 9, or 12 months.

Does AuPairCare provide insurance?

Yes. The AuPairCare program includes a comprehensive travel and accident insurance package covering the basics for your time in the U.S.

Obohať svoj svet o novú rodinu a priateľstvá z celého sveta!

AuPairCare is passionate about making the world a smaller place by connecting au pairs with host families in America and building cultural understanding across borders. Ready to start your journey? Submit your au pair application today.

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