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A word about costs:
We, at Expert AuPair, are committed to a policy of no hidden fees. The
table included below is a full disclosure of the fees you will pay to our
company. Of these fees, $300 is a refundable deposit. The deposit ensures
compliance with State Department regulations, and will be refunded if you
comply with the terms of your agreement with Expert AuPair.
We have also included a list of additional costs you may incur while on our
program. These costs are not paid to Expert AuPair, and are approximate.
They depend on many factors, including the city in which your host families
lives and your own spending habits.
Fees paid to Expert AuPair
| ITEM |
COST |
DUE |
| Match fee* |
$150 |
Due after matching |
| Refundable Deposit |
$300 |
Due before au pair arrival |
| Air fare supplement |
$0-$600, depending on country and date of departure. Choose your country from the drop-down box above for details. |
Due before au pair arrival |
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TOTAL:
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$450-$1,050 (of which $300 will be refunded) |
Your deposit ensures compliance with State Department regulations, and will be
refunded if you comply with the terms of your agreement with Expert AuPair.
Additional expected costs
We estimate that you may incur other costs during your year in America. Of
course your cost will vary depending on your lifestyle, and whether you want to
travel home at some point during the year. All of the costs listed below can
easily be covered on your weekly wage, which will be at least $176.85.
You are responsible for travel to your interview with an Expert AuPair
representative in your country, travel to the American Embassy or Consulate in
your country, and the cost of travel to your departure airport.
Embassy interview fee
The normal cost is $131 per interview, but it varies by country. We
pay SEVIS fees and one interview scheduling fee.
Background check
Varies by country. Can be as low as $0 and as high as $100.
Please contact us for details.
Entertainment cost
We estimate that most au pairs will spend $1,000 on entertainment expenses
during the year.
Education cost
Your host family will provide $500 towards the cost of your education. This may
cover your total cost, but no matter which au pair company you choose, your
education cost depends which subject you take and where you study. Some au
pairs spend an additional $1,000 on their education.
Travel cost
Most au pairs spend money to travel around the U.S. after the end of their
program. We expect most au pairs will spend $1,000.
* Au pairs resident in the UK pay a $281 match fee, which includes the
NIV application fee (Embassy interview fee).
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