Experience life abroad from the inside, stay with a host family, feel at home in a new culture, and build confidence while exploring a new country. Learn the local language, make unforgettable memories, and get support from our team whenever you need it.
Free accommodation, meals & pocket money
Learn Either German, Italian, or French & meet other au pairs
Up to 50% of your flight is paid
As an au pair in Switzerland, you’ll experience an organised, calm, and respectful family environment. Daily life includes supporting routines that help children stay balanced: school, activities, and time outdoors.
Swiss families value privacy, structure, and clear communication, which gives you a stable and predictable environment to grow in.
Outside of family time, Switzerland offers stunning landscapes and a peaceful lifestyle that complements your experience at home 🏔️🇨🇭
In Switzerland, au pairs typically receive pocket money of CHF 500-800 per month, with CHF 700 being the most common amount.
Read more about pocket money payments here.
Au pairs may work up to 30 hours per week, with a maximum of 6 hours per day. At least one full day off per week is guaranteed, and at least one Sunday per month must be free. Paid holidays are required: 4 weeks per year (5 weeks if under 20 years old).
An au pair in Switzerland helps mainly with childcare (playing, babysitting, school runs, homework support) and light household duties (tidying children’s rooms, setting the table, preparing simple meals, laundry for children). Heavy housework or working as a cleaner is not allowed.
A written au pair contract is mandatory in Switzerland. It must be approved by the cantonal authorities and should outline duties, pocket money, holidays, working hours, and language course attendance.
Age Requirements:
Visa Requirements:
EU citizens:
Non-EU citizens:
Additional Requirements:
You can use online platforms or au pair agencies. Agencies can be very helpful with contracts, insurance, and ensuring the au pair meets visa requirements. At Nina.care, we help you find your host family and provide additional support after a match.
If issues arise, you should first try direct communication. If the situation cannot be resolved, the agreement can be ended with reasonable notice (commonly 2 weeks). Agencies can step in to mediate and help arrange a replacement if needed.
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The weekly schedule is a valuable guide to help you understand your tasks and responsibilities throughout the week. While it provides structure, it isn’t fixed.
With clear, timely communication, it can be adjusted whenever you or your host family have any changes or commitments.
Having a schedule not only sets expectations but also helps prevent misunderstandings. From our experience, many challenges arise simply because no plan was put in place.
That’s why we offer this template, to support smooth communication and a positive experience between you and your host family.
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