Au pair in Denmark

Denmark is known for Viking heritage, magnificent beaches, beautiful fairytale castles, dense forests, a comfortable temperate climate and friendly citizens.
Being au pair in Denmark is an excellent opportunity to experience the everyday life of the Danes and Danish culture while improving your language skills and meeting new friends.

Below are the basic requirements, for au pair program in Denmark. For more detailed information please follow the links on the page or visit the official Immigration Service website

Conditions for the Au Pair

18-30 years old

Can't be married and have children

Basic knowledge of at least one language: Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, German or English

Be able to pay for travel expenses (EU/EEA or Switzerland)

Education background: completed 8 - 9 years of schooling

Conditions for the Host Family

Have at least one child under the age of 18

Provide au pair with own bedroom and all meals

Provide au pair with pocket money from 4450 DKK / month

Au pair duties cannot exceed 5 hours / day and 30 hours / week

Au pair stay: 24 months

Can afford to cover the au pair's flight expenses (non-EU)

Be a Danish speaking family and willing to be part of a cultural exchange

Not be related to the au pair

Be a different nationality than the Au Pair's nationality

Relevant links

Au pair scheme in Denmark - The Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI)