Au Pair in Belgium

More about the program

The primary goal of being an au pair in Belgium is cultural and personal development rather than employment. Au pairs gain the opportunity to improve their language skills, explore Belgian culture, build international friendships, and experience life abroad while being supported by a structured and well-regulated program.

Filipino au pairs may also approach our partner agency together with a host family they have already matched with independently (self-match). In such cases, our partner will assist both the au pair and the host family with the official registration, legal requirements, and administrative process to ensure full compliance with Belgian au pair regulations.

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Requirements to Au Pair in Belgium

To participate in the au pair program in Belgium, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be between 18 and 25 years old
• Be unmarried and have no children
• Have completed secondary education
• Have a good knowledge of English (B1–B2 level); knowledge of French, Dutch, or Spanish is a plus
• Be willing to learn one of Belgium’s national languages
• Provide at least three childcare references with a minimum of 200 hours of experience
  • Experience must be from the last 3–5 years
  • References may not be from family or friends
• Be tidy, hygienic, mature, motivated, reliable, energetic, and independent
• Have researched Belgian culture
• Practical skills such as cooking, cycling, and swimming are required
• A driver’s licence is a strong advantage
• Hold a valid passport or EU ID
• Provide a clean criminal record certificate
• Provide a clean medical certificate
• Show proof of minimum financial resources of €500

Availability requirements:

• Non-EU au pairs: minimum 12 months
• EU au pairs: minimum 2 months (up to 12–24 months also possible)

Benefits for Au Pairs in Belgium

Au pairs in Belgium receive comprehensive support and benefits, including:

• A private bedroom with the host family
• Monthly pocket money of at least €450, including during holidays or inactivity
• Health insurance coverage
• Opportunity to attend language courses in Dutch, French, or German at a recognised institution
• Full administrative support and handling of registration paperwork
• Professional guidance, follow-ups, and 1-to-1 support calls
• 24/7 emergency support
• Monthly coffee meet-ups and two organised events per year
• Access to training sessions and monthly online meetings
• Opportunity to travel and explore Europe through student trip programs
• Professional assistance in finding the right host family match or support with self-matched families

Costs Au Pairs Are Responsible For

Au pairs are responsible for covering:

• Visa and residence permit costs (if applicable)
• Travel and flight expenses
• Language course fees (unless otherwise specified)
• Personal expenses
• Any costs not explicitly included by the host family or agency

Important Information

• Working hours are limited to 4 hours per day, 20 hours per week, over a maximum of 6 days
• Babysitting is included within the 4-hour daily limit
• Au pairs are entitled to at least one full day off per week
• Freedom of religious expression must always be respected
• Au pairs may not work in Belgium outside the au pair program
• Insurance is mandatory throughout the stay
• Early termination is possible with valid reasons and a recommended 14-day notice
• Au pairs are entitled to one rematch if under the age of 26

Official contracts are mandatory:

• EU au pairs: European contract (do not require a visa or work permit)
• Non-EU au pairs: Official Belgian au pair contract (require a work permit and visa/residence permit)