We know that host families have unique needs when it comes to the cost of an au pair program. Below, you’ll find breakdowns of our program fee1 along with payment options for different host family scenarios.
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September 3, 2025 · 5 min read
Program fees, payment plans, & discounts
About our pricing
Because the program fee is determined by the number of weeks you’ll be hosting your au pair, prices may vary.
The non-refundable deposit due at the time of match is 33% of the overall program fee.
Regular payment plans (52 weeks)
For new families welcoming an au pair
$11,245 Program Fee
$3,749 Non-refundable deposit due at the time of match
$7,496 due thirty (30) days prior to au pair’s arrival.
For repeat families welcoming a new au pair
$9,880 Program Fee
$3,294 Non-refundable deposit due at the time of match
$6,586 due thirty (30) days prior to au pair’s arrival.
For repeat families extending with their current au pair for 12 months.
*Host families must host their au pair for 12 weeks in order to qualify for extension pricing
$7,995 Program Fee
$2,665 Non-refundable deposit due thirty (30) days prior to au pair's arrival
For repeat families extending with their current au pair for 9 months
$6,630 Program Fee
$2,211 Non-refundable deposit due thirty (30) days prior to au pair’s arrival.
For repeat families extending with their current au pair for 6 months.
*Host families must host their au pair for 12 weeks in order to qualify for extension pricing
$4,875 Program Fee
$1,625 Non-refundable deposit due thirty (30) days prior to au pair’s arrival.
Note: The regular payment plan isn’t available to select within 30 days of the au pair’s arrival. In this case payment would be due in full upon match.
Monthly Payment Plan (52 weeks)
For new families welcoming an au pair
$3,749 Non-refundable deposit due at the time of match
12 equal monthly installments of $670 starting on the day of the au pair’s arrival (includes a total of $540 in administrative fees at $45/installment).
For repeat families welcoming a new au pair
$3,294 Non-refundable deposit due at the time of match
12 equal monthly installments of $594 starting on the day of the au pair’s arrival (includes a total of $540 in administrative fees at $45/installment).
For repeat families extending with their current au pair for 12 months
$2,665 Non-refundable deposit due at the time of match
12 equal monthly installments of $489 starting on the day of the au pair’s arrival (includes a total of $540 in administrative fees at $45/installment.
For repeat families extending with their current au pair for 9 months
$2,211 Non-refundable deposit due at the time of match
9 equal monthly installments of $536 starting on the day of the au pair’s arrival (includes a total of $405 in administrative fees at $45/installment.
For repeat families extending with their current au pair for 6 months
$1,625 Non-refundable deposit due at the time of match
6 equal monthly installments of $587 starting on the day of the au pair’s arrival (includes a total of $270 in administrative fees at $45/installment).
Note: To be eligible for the monthly payment plan, host families must purchase at least a 9-week program term.
Whether you are budgeting for childcare per week, per month, or per year, we recognize that the cost of our au pair program is an investment in your children and your family!
1Monthly minimum average cost to host an au pair, regardless of the number of children the au pair cares for. This cost includes the agency fees and the minimum weekly stipend paid directly to the au pair for 52 weeks, including 2 weeks of paid vacation. Does not include incidental costs of hosting an au pair, such as meals, insurance, and other amenities.
2Au pairs pay a smaller program fee to the foreign company that screens them, but no portion of that fee is used to pay for the costs of their international airfare or domestic U.S. transportation. Au pairs may be charged additional fees in the event of special travel requests.
3The U.S. Department of State has determined that au pairs are required to receive from their host families at least $195.75 per week. Host families and au pairs are free to discuss and agree to compensation higher than the required stipend minimum; however, this cannot be in exchange for the au pair exceeding the regulatory limits on working hours (10 hours per day; 45 hours per week) or performing duties beyond childcare-related tasks. The State Department formula is based on the federal minimum wage and applicable room and board credits. Any change in the federal minimum wage or the applicable credits will result in an increase in this minimum stipend amount. Please note, should a family extend beyond the first year, they would be responsible for the stipend for each week of the extension term.
4This contribution towards an au pair’s education requirement is determined by the U.S. Department of State, and families agree to comply with any increase that is issued.
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