Being an au pair in Austria

• Age: Au pair has to be between 18-28 years old
• Salary (pocket money): An au pair can expect to earn between €50 - €60 per week.
• Number of hrs to work and days off: Au pair should perform easy housework and take care of the children of the host family for a maximum of 25 hours per week
• Duration of stay: An au pair can work in Austria for up to 12 months
• Visas: Au pairs from within the EU do not require a visa to work in Austria. Au pairs from outside the EU can apply for an Austrian residence permit which is valid for a maximum of 12 months and is required to be renewed after 6 months. For more information see Visa requirements for Austria
• Language requirements: There are no language requirements for Austria however, it is suggested that an au pair has a basic understanding of German, the national language of Austria, in order to live independently. For example, to make it easy to contact emergency services or read medicine labels if necessary.
• Travel costs: Travel costs to Austria from the au pairs home country should be covered by the au pair. However, if the host family wants to pay for a part of the costs, it is suggested that they do so after the au pair has stayed with them for at least half of the agreed time.
• Language courses: There are no requirements for an au pair to attend language courses in Austria

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