What is the difference between out of country Au Pairs and in country Au Pairs?
Available Au Pairs are located either inside or outside of the U.S.
Out of country Au Pairs are still in their home country. They are pre-screened and most are ready to match immediately. Out of country Au Pairs do not have their
J-1 visas and are only available for year-long placements. Because out of country Au Pairs do not have their visas their
timeline to start is typically longer than in country Au Pairs.
In country Au Pairs are currently in the U.S. living with a Host Family and are looking for a new family. There are two types of in country Au Pairs:
- Transition Au Pairs. Transition Au Pairs are ending their current placement early and are typically available to start with a new family in two weeks or less. All transition Au Pairs are available for placements less than 12 months long.
- Extension transfer Au Pairs. Extension transfer Au Pairs are completing their first placement and wish to transfer to a new family for another placement. Extension transfer Au Pairs are typically available to start with a new family in two months or less and are available for placements lasting 12, 9 or 6 months. Extension transfer Au Pairs must apply for an extension of the Form DS-2019 before starting another placement.
Out of country and in country Au Pairs have different related program fees and air travel fees. Contact our office to discuss the best Au Pair option for your family.