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AUSTRALIA
Australia doesn' t have a specific program for travelling as an au pair. In any case, you can participate at the working-holiday program for young aged between 18 and 30 years old, but only if it was signed a bilateral agreement between Australia and the country of origin of the young au pair. The countries that have signed this agreement are:Citizens from these countries can apply for a visa 417 or Working Holiday Maker Visa (Subclass 417).
By obtaining visa for the working-holiday program you are allowed to work in Australia for 12 months and carry out any work within a temporary and occasional basis, but you can not stay for more than three months with the same employer.
Citizens of New Zealand have not require a permit to work because there is a specific agreement between the two countries.
American citizens, Chile, Indonesia, Malaysia and Turkey may apply for a visa 462 for working- holiday, for the maximum period of 4 months. This visa must be requested through the association BUNAC.
The working hours are around 30-35 per week, often with two days off.
Pocket money amounts about 80-200 Australian dollars per week.
The au pair must pay travel expenses , and she/he must also be in possession of a ticket for the trip back.
It is recommended a private health insurance before leaving the country of origin.
The visa in most cases can also be requested via Internet.
For more information on obtaining a visa see the website Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affair.
Read the information concerning the other countries.
Read our FAQ to find out more about the au pair job.