6-month placement with a $350* service fee - your Au Pair primarily has experience with children aged 3+
6-month placement with a $350* service fee - your Au Pair has 200+ hours working with children, 100+ hours of those working with children under 3
6-month placement with a $350* service fee - your Au Pair has 1+ years full time childcare employment or certification
Fees are subject to change. Placements longer than 6 months will be calculated on a pro-rata basis. If an Au Pair is qualified to care for children under 3 years, the family will be required to pay the Au Pair PLUS fee regardless of the age of the children.
*Every placement incurs a non-refundable service fee of $350. Service fee payments can be made by credit card or upon receipt by bank transfer. Placement fees are invoiced and paid by bank transfer. We do not accept American Express.
*EOFY offer available to new host families only. Use promo code EOFY2026. Offer ends 30 June 2026 and cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions.
Why Choose AIFS?
A service delivered under the AIFS Au Pair Child Protection Policy and Reporting Framework
Access to the HUB to browse our database of approved Au Pairs from around the world
Bespoke matching option - great for families who may not have time to browse the HUB
Comprehensive screening, references, police and medical checks
24/7 support from AIFS, including our After-Hours Community Counsellor
Receive and consult the AIFS Handbook for information you need, all in one place
Orientation and first aid course for all Au Pairs on arrival in Australia
Visit our walk-in bricks ‘n’ mortar centre – no offshore search engines
An industry leader with 60+ years’ experience in cultural exchange
Providing bilateral opportunities for young Australians around the world
Find the Right Fit
Australia’s Leading Au Pair Service
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Au Pair weekly pocket money
As an AIFS Host Family, you’ll provide a cultural exchange experience, including room, full board, and weekly pocket money for your Au Pair. While you determine the pocket money amount, we recommend:
- $340 per week for up to 30 hours (Classic & Plus Au Pairs)
- $375 per week for up to 35 hours (Classic & Plus Au Pairs)
- $395 per week for up to 30 hours (Platinum)
- $430 per week for up to 35 hours (Platinum)
If your Au Pair works the full 35-hour maximum, consider increasing this accordingly to reflect the additional hours.
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Application checks and screening
All first-time Host Families must provide us with references that we can verify. You must also ensure that every person aged 18 years or older who will be residing in your household during the Au Pair’s placement has completed an online National Criminal Police check. The current cost of this check is $49.00. All references and police checks are renewed regularly.
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Travel and time off allowances
As a Host Family, you’re responsible for arranging transportation for your Au Pair from orientation in Sydney to your home, whether by bus, car, plane, or train. If your Au Pair will be driving your vehicle, they must be covered under your insurance policy. Additionally, you’ll need to provide sufficient time off during their placement, including at least one paid week off (more for longer placements) and 1.5 days off each week.
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End of placement completion bonus
At the end of a successfully completed placement, you are required to provide your Au Pair with a $300 completion bonus. Placement extensions are possible; a pro-rata fee will be invoiced based on the extension length.
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Book a free consultation with our expert Au Pair team and chat through how the program works, what to expect, and how to find the right match for your family.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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01How much does an Au Pair cost in Australia?
AIFS six-month placement fees currently start from $1,395, plus a $350 service fee. Host Families also provide weekly pocket money, meals, accommodation, paid time off, travel from Sydney orientation to their home and a $300 completion bonus.
For more information about AIFS’ fees and the costs you will need to consider, please visit our fees page.
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02Can we pay the Placement Fee after our Au Pair starts?
Your Placement Fee is due 1 month prior to your Au Pair's arrival or for faster placements, upon receipt.
While we understand families are busy, the Placement Fee must be paid prior to your Au Pair transferring to your family. Non-payment will result in the immediate cancellation of your Au Pair's placement. You can read more about this in our Terms & Conditions.
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03Can I get an Au Pair placement for longer than six months?
Our Au Pairs come to Australia on a Working Holiday visa and can stay in the country for up to 12 months, most of them seek a 6- or 9-month placement in High Season. However, Au Pairs often extend their placement. If you and your Au Pair wish to extend their placement, please contact AIFS. We will be able to walk you through the steps as well as the related costs for extending.
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04I already know someone who'd like to live and work in Australia as our Au Pair, can you help?
Yes, AIFS can assist with a pre-match situation. Please contact us for further information.
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05How long does it take to find an Au Pair?
It usually takes around four to eight weeks to find an Au Pair, depending on your family’s needs, location, the time of year and candidate availability. Starting your search early gives you more time to find the right match.
