On the internet, dozens of websites offer to help you "find an au pair family" in just a few clicks, for free or at a low cost. These platforms put you in direct contact with families without verification, without a contract, and without recourse.
In case of a problem — family exploiting your time, substandard housing, conflict, hours not respected — you find yourself alone on the other side of the world, without anyone to talk to.
📰 One real testimony among thousands
Madmoizelle published Clara's story about going to Spain as an au pair without an agency: "The reality was hellish." Overwork, disrespect, broken promises. Read the full story →
🛡️ Verified Families
Each family is selected and monitored by our approved local partner in Australia.
📞 Available 24/7
Our on-site team is available at any time. You are never left on your own.
🔄 Solutions via our partner
If things don't go well, our partner will find a solution, including a change of family
✅ Blue card organized
The mandatory certificate for working with children is provided upon arrival.
Going through a Working Holiday Visa ensures a solid safety net in a country you don't yet know.
In our program, you work a maximum of 15 hours per week with the family. It's not a full-time job — it's an exchange: room and board in exchange for occasional help with the children.
While your family is at work, you're not left to your own devices : you attend English classes at school and participate in organized activities. You meet other young people from all over the world. Your social life begins from day one.
Do you want to work full-time in a family-oriented environment? It's possible—but in that case, our Ranch Package is a better fit. Please note: it takes place in a rural area, without English classes, and the conditions are very different. See the comparison below.
Two very different programs. Here's a quick overview to help you choose.
→ For those who want adventure in the great outdoors, full-time work and pay.
For over 10 years, we have exclusively supported young Belgians in their Working Holiday Visa program. We are the only Belgian agency entirely dedicated to this program.
🏆 Working Holiday Visa Specialists
That's all we do. No tourism, no internships: only the Working Holiday Visa and its associated programs, from A to Z.
🏠 Hand-picked families
Our families are vetted, approved, and monitored by our local partner in Australia. This is not an anonymous marketplace.
📞 Available in case of problems
Medical emergency, conflict with family, administrative issue: our team on site is there, 24/7.
🎓 Valid certificate
A recognized certificate of participation, valuable on your CV. Your peer mentoring experience becomes a real professional asset.
A demi au pair stay involves living with an Australian family, looking after the children, and doing some light housework in exchange for room, board, and a small allowance. Unlike the traditional au pair arrangement, the schedule is more flexible, allowing for classes or part-time work.
Applicants typically need to be between 18 and 30 years old, have an intermediate level of English, and enjoy working with children. Some families also require prior experience with children or a letter of reference. Having a driver's license is also an advantage.
The duration varies depending on the families and the type of visa. Most stays last from 3 to 12 months, with the possibility of extension if both parties agree and the visa allows it.
Several solutions exist, but using a specialized agency remains the best option, offering personalized, secure, and efficient support.
Visa Vacances Travail helps you find a reliable host family, organize your stay, and manage all the administrative procedures for your Working Holiday Visa in Australia from Belgium. Remember to always check the family's references and formalize a written agreement.
The first step is our free online information session. We'll answer all your questions and assess together if this program is right for you.