Au Pair non Eu requirements

German Au Pair regulations for non-EU nationals

Being an au pair in Germany requires a visa or residency permission if you are a citizen of a country outside of the European Union. Germany's standard visa requirements are:

• Age: 18 - 27

• basic knowledge of German (you must show an A1 certificate) 

• Health insurance that is valid for the duration of your stay in Germany is included in the Au Pair contract; nevertheless, you will need the necessary documentation to apply for a visa.

• current passport

• You can pay for your trip and visa costs.

• Letter of invitation (needed for some nationalities)

• Letter of motivation (needed for some nationalities)

To learn more about the particular requirements and to schedule an appointment, get in touch with the German consulate in your country. Several nationalities, like the UScitizens) are permitted to go to Germany without a visa and apply for a residence permit there.

 Attention: The time frame for obtaining a visa could be 4 to 8 weeks.