What are Au Pair costs for a J-1 Visa?

The costs for an aupair to participate in the US Aupair Program are set by the partner agency in your country. The following are only estimates of the costs to the aupair.

Keep in mind that the US host family must choose the agency in the US and you will then be directed to the Partner agency in your home country.

1. Application Fees average $100
2. Agency Interview Fee of up to $200 or less depending on country and local agent
3. Document processing Fee of up to $300 depending on country and agency
4. Placement Fee of $200
5. Airfare surcharge varies by departure city. In Most European countries there is no surcharge. In Australia, New Zealand or South America there may be a surcharge of up to $450 each way.

Please be sure to check and see if you are eligible for the US Au Pair program: US Au Pair Program Requirements for Au Pair.

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