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Au Pair in France (outbound US citizen)
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Pays you
Amount varies
Monthly pocket money: EUR 391.50/mo for non-EU au pairs (2026 French rate, higher than EU rate of EUR 320/mo). Room and board free. Some programs include language course. Round-trip flight self-funded (~USD $800–1,200). Agency fee EUR 30–200. Net monthly after flight amortization: ~EUR 300–330/mo (~USD $327–360). Net positive but modest.
US citizens can place themselves as au pairs in French host families. Non-EU au pairs receive a higher regulated pocket money rate than EU au pairs. Requires a long-stay 'au pair' visa through the French consulate.
- Term
- 6 mo–18 mo
- Where
- France (host family placement)
- Housing
- Provided
- Meals
- Provided
- Airfare
- Not covered
- Selectivity
- Open enrollment
- Citizenship
- See eligibility
Verified 10/23/2026 · pack-lightly.com