Honest, current information on au pair placements in the four countries Filipino candidates ask about most. Visa rules, real stipends, working hours, and what to expect.
The most regulated au pair programme in the world. Filipino candidates can apply on the J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa through a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor agency. Twel…
Stipend
USD $195.75/week minimum (federal formula)
Hours/week
Up to 45 hrs/week, max 10 hrs/day
The most established au pair tradition in Europe, regulated by the Bundesagentur für Arbeit (Federal Employment Agency). Six- to twelve-month placements with mandatory language-cou…
Stipend
EUR €280/month (pocket money, regulated minimum)
Hours/week
Max 30 hrs/week, max 6 hrs/day
Post-Brexit, the UK no longer offers a dedicated au pair visa, and the Youth Mobility Scheme is NOT open to Filipino passport holders. Filipino candidates currently have very limit…
Stipend
GBP £80–£100/week pocket money (industry standard)
Hours/week
Up to 30 hrs/week (industry norm 25)
Since July 2024, Filipino citizens have a clear visa pathway to Australia via the Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462). The cap is small — only 200 spots/year for Filipinos — and a…
Stipend
AUD $250–$350/week (≈ AUD $1,000–$1,500/month)
Hours/week
Up to 35 hrs/week (typical 30)