Become an Au Pair in the Netherlands

As an au pair in the Netherlands, you’ll have the opportunity to live in one of the friendliest and most dynamic countries in Europe. Most Dutch people speak fluent English, making communication easier for you. No matter where you live in the Netherlands, you’ll enjoy the one of the country’s most popular (and eco-friendly) form of transportation — riding a bike.  During your free time, you’ll be able to explore the local shops, nightlife, traditional windmills, watch a soccer match and more. With two weeks of paid vacation, you’ll also have the opportunity to do some independent traveling around the Netherlands and across Europe - which is right on your doorstep!

Program Details

Au pairs in the Netherlands provide a maximum of 30 hours of child care per week. You may also be asked to provide up to 3 nights of additional babysitting. Working hours and pay will ultimately be determined in your contract with the family.

As an au pair in the Netherlands, you’ll receive:

  • Placement with a carefully screened host family
  • A private room and full board
  • Pocket money of approximately 300 Euros per month
  • 270 Euros towards Dutch language classes
  • 2 weeks of paid vacation per year
  • At least 2 complete days off per week
  • Basic health and accident insurance
  • Membership in "Au Pair Club," including 8 meetings and city trips per year
  • A welcome package on arrival with telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of au pairs in your area
  • Written first aid course upon arrival, and certificate of completion at the end of your stay
  • ISE card - International Student & Youth Exchange Identification Card

Locations Available

Placements are available throughout the Netherlands

Program Length

10 – 12 months (start throughout the year)

Program Fee

$40: In accordance with current Netherlands’ law, InterExchange will not charge more than the equivalent of 34 euros for those seeking au pair placements in The Netherlands during 2013. Candidates should be aware that there are a limited number of au pair placements available in this program, so we encourage you to consider our many other affordable au pair program options in other countries!

Participant Requirements

To be an au pair in the Netherlands, you must:

  • Be a U.S. citizen between the ages of 18 and 25 (not older than 25 years, 11 months)
  • Be unmarried
  • Have a high school diploma
  • Have previous child care or babysitting experience, and have a genuine love of children
  • Be able to commit to a placement of 10-12 months
  • Meet the Netherland's visa requirements
  • Note: There is no language requirement, since most people throughout the Netherlands speak English

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