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Requirements to become an au pair
In order to become an au pair, you must meet the U.S. Department of State Requirements to be qualified for the au pair program. The requirements and regulations are the same for all Au Pair Programs in the United States.
- Be between the ages of 18 and 26 when they arrive in the USA
- Have at least 500 hours of previous childcare experience with non family members
- Have good English language skills – achieve a Minimum B1 level of English on the iTEP English test
- Be a secondary school graduate or equivalent
- Be in good health and have no criminal record
- Have a driver’s license
