Austria is characterised by the beauty of its landscapes and the elegance of many of its cities. Vienna, considered the world capital of classical music, is an imperial, elegant and imposing city, where buildings merge to create a spectacular optical effect and it is almost impossible to find structures that are out of place in the beautiful city.
If you are looking to improve your German with a native family, Austria might be the perfect opportunity for you.
Requirements to be an Au Pair in Austria
- You are between 18 and 27 years old
- You don’t have children
- You are eligible for the visa
- You are willing to work a maximum of 19 hours per week
- You are not related in any way to the Host Family
Au Pair Benefits in Austria
- Free accommodation in your own room at the Host Family residence
- Maintenance throughout the stay
- A monthly payment of 405.98 euros per month (for a maximum of 19 hours per week)
- 4 weeks paid vacation for a one-year stay
- At least one day off a week
Documents for Visa processing
Although the documents will vary depending on your country of origin, the documents common to the vast majority of Au Pairs are:
- Contract signed by the Host Family in Austria
- A German certificate proving your level (if required by the embassy)
- A letter of invitation from the Host Family (not always mandatory)
- Confirmation that you have health insurance in the host country (if required by the embassy)
- Enrollment in a German course (if required by the embassy)
What expenses should I expect?
- Premium Subscription , in case you decide to become a paying member at AuPair.com
- Agency processing fees, if you decide to go through a local agency
- Visa processing fees: Please note that as an Au Pair, you will be responsible for the fees involved in processing the visa to become an Au Pair.
- Travel expenses to the host country: the Au Pair must pay all travel expenses, unless the Host Family agrees to cover part or all of them. However, if the Host Family would like to help you, it is best to specify this in the contract and the Au Pair receives the money once the stay has begun.
Curiosities of Austria
- The total population of Austria is just over 8 million.
- Austrians are characterized by a very direct and dark sense of humor.
- The city of Vienna is considered the world capital of classical music.
- Braunau am Inn is the birthplace of the famous dictator Adolf Hitler and, although its citizens are not at all proud of this fact, it is a small and very charming town.
