Au-Pair in Sweden
An Au-Pair in Sweden is the dream of many young women and men
Contact usAn Au-Pair in Sweden is the dream of many young women and men. The country is known for its beautiful landscapes, incredible summers and friendly people. For these reasons, Sweden has become a popular Au-Pair destination over the last years. This experience will not only help you learn a new language but also explore Scandinavia. Known for its high quality of life, Sweden is without a doubt a great place to experience a year abroad. But there are even more reasons to become an Au-Pair in Sweden:
In general you can decide if you would like to start your Au-Pair experience in cooperation with a full-service agency or whether you want to find a Host Family on your own. If the last case applies, you can register with an online matching platform like AuPair.com, create a profile and find a list of matching Host Families. In the next step you can send them a message and let them know that you are interested. After having a video call both sides can decide if they want to work together or continue their search. Below you can find the steps of the application with an agency.
1. Application
Send your application to the agency and wait for their confirmation. Once you have gathered all the documents, they will send your profile to their partner in Sweden to start the search for your future family!
2. Looking for a Host Family
The Swedish partners will look for a Host Family for you and send them your application! Remember to make it appealing to them!
3. Placement
If the Host Family is interested in your profile, the agency will send you their profile, too! Plan a video call and reach an agreement!
4. Visa
You will need a visa? Then make sure to apply before it’s too late!
5. Departure
Book the flight and pack your bags! Get ready for a year in Scandinavia
If you do not hold a passport from any EU country, you will need to apply for a visa to Sweden to have the Au-Pair experience.
You can apply for the visa at the Swedish embassy in your country of residence. In addition to the general requirements, you need to meet the following criteria:
If you are a citizen of the European Union you can get the European Health insurance card which will grant you access to medical attention. In case you have a different nationality, please apply for a private insurance. A good option might be PROTRIP-WORLD.
“I could discover Sweden with its culture, traditions and friendly people. Moreover I improved my English and learnt Swedish”
– Julia, Au-Pair in Sweden
“I got to experience how life is outside of my world and realized how easy it is to win the love of people when you make the right thing. I can just recommend to live the Au-Pair experience!”
– Leonie, Au-Pair in Sweden
Many Au-Pair agencies organize information meetings to give you more details about the program and living abroad.
Some of them also organize workshops in which you will get tips for your stay, ideas for children games and also an insight on the responsibilities and daily life of an Au-Pair in Sweden. You can also contact the advisors and ask them all your doubts! Furthermore, such an event is the ideal opportunity to find friends who would like to pursue the same adventure like you.