Our Pricing

For most parents, cost plays a big role in choosing the right childcare. Many families wonder whether hosting an au pair is an affordable, flexible alternative to traditional childcare options.

At Au Pair in America^®, we believe in keeping things transparent from the start, offering a clear breakdown of our program pricing so you can decide if our program fits your budget — with no surprises along the way.

Au Pair Program Pricing

Program Option	Match Processing Fee	Annual Program Fee	Minimum Weekly Stipend
Au Pair	$500	$10,700	$195.75
Extraordinaire	$500	$11,800	$300
EduCare in America	$500	$9,400	$146.81

The above pricing is valid for 2025 arrivals only.

If you and your family live in Massachusetts or California, please contact our team for more details about the minimum weekly stipend.

2026 Au Pair Program Pricing

Effective for Au Pairs Arriving January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.

Program Option	Match Processing Fee	Annual Program Fee	Minimum Weekly Stipend
Au Pair	$525	$11,100	$195.75
Extraordinaire	$525	$12,200	$300
EduCare in America	$525	$9,700	$146.81

If you and your family live in Massachusetts or California, please contact our team for more details about the minimum weekly stipend.

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Costs Per Family, Not Per Child
Credit Cards Accepted: Earn Points, No Fees
Extended Payment Plan Available

What’s Included?

Enrollment & Matching

Administrative & Support Services

Au Pair Transportation To-and-From U.S.

Au Pair Screening, Vetting, Training & Visa Processing

Medical & Liability Insurance

Cultural Workshop & Resources for Your Family

Host an Au Pair

Flexible Payment Options

Two Ways to Pay:

Upfront
Extended Payment Plan

We Accept:

Credit Card (No Fees!)
E-Check

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Discounts

Switch & Save – For new families who switch from another au pair agency
Repeat Host Family – For families who renew with us
Military – For parents who serve our country
AIFS Alumni – For parents who have participated in another AIFS program

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“The cost of childcare in New England is an absolute stressor. And I have to say, every time we go through the school year and see where the kids need to be and what we have to do for childcare, I always come back to this program. It’s not just about what childcare costs, but it’s about the stress and the reliability. This program really gives peace of mind because you always know you’ve got reliable, wonderful, loving childcare in your home.”

“My husband and I feel that an au pair provides the perfect mix between affordability and high-quality care. The au pair [program] removes multiple layers of complications that we’ve had with nannies, day care or relative-based care. It simplifies our lives… This is one of those rare circumstances where it IS as good as it sounds.”

FAQs

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Explore our FAQs for helpful answers.

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The cost to host an au pair varies depending on the program you choose, incidental costs, and the state you live in. However, hosting an au pair may be more cost effective than hosting a nanny, especially if you have multiple children.

The cost to host an au pair with Au Pair in America^® is per family, meaning families with multiple children can benefit from additional childcare savings!

An au pair may be a more affordable option compared to other childcare options because you are providing the au pair with room and board. Additionally, the au pair program is designed as a cultural exchange childcare program with an educational component, not a traditional job.

Yes, you can generally use a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA) to pay for au pair program expenses if the au pair is caring for a child under the age of 13 and the care allows you (and your spouse) to be gainfully employed.

Yes, it is possible to host an au pair for less than 12 months with Au Pair in America^®. For short term au pair cost and availability, please contact our team.

Yes. Au Pair in America^® provides comprehensive medical and personal liability insurance, and baggage loss protection for all participants. Medical coverage includes physician visits, emergency surgery, and semi-private hospital stays, with a $50 deductible per occurrence, up to $250,000 per illness or accident. Emergency dental procedures due to accident are also covered.

Mental health benefits include $500 for outpatient care and $10,000 for inpatient treatment. Most plans include $5,000 in pre-existing condition coverage, if needed for an au pair and it is not covered under their policy they will be notified to seek additional coverage.

An optional upgrade is available, increasing medical coverage to $500,000. Personal liability coverage is included up to $100,000 (automobile coverage excluded), offering added peace of mind for both au pairs and host families.