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Please note that applicants are not allowed to pay more than 34 Euros for registration, screening & training. Sunshine do not collect any agency/processing fee from applicants.
We are not affiliated with any agents or third-party recruiters. Participation in our Dutch au pair program is entirely free of charge.
If anyone requests a fee, it may be indicative of a scam.
I would like to be an Au Pair
Joining the Sunshine Dutch au pair program is free! We do not ask for Agency Fee nor Placement Fee. However, you need to prepare documents required for visa application once you found a host.
The Au Pair is responsible for:
Cost of relevant apostilled documents
All domestic travel costs
Cost of necessary medical checkup and lab tests
We advise the au pair to have at least EUR 400 available as their emergency fund
The au pair will be responsible for paying the cost for CFO seminar and travel tax to leave the country (only applicable to Filipino)
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FAQs
What is the initial step of my registration as an Au Pair?
Our candidate team will first screen your registration details. They will approach you for your CV and introduction letter if they would like to find out more about you. Please have them ready.
What is the next step after I have submitted my CV and Introduction Letter?
After you have submitted your CV and Introduction Letter, we might interview you to assess if you meet the criteria in becoming an Au Pair. To prepare for the interview, please make sure that you are in a quiet and well-lit place, have functioning mic/speaker/headset with stable internet connection. Please be honest and transparent when answering our questions.
After the interview, our team will send you an e-mail regarding the result. In some cases, we will conduct another set of interviews.
When will I have an appointment to talk with potential host family?
Our Program Manager will schedule an interview for you and the host family once a family shows interest in speaking to you. We will send you and the host family an email as a confirmation about the appointment.
Please prepare yourself for your appointment with the host by reading their profile carefully. Please be on time for the appointment. Ask questions that can help you decide if you can work with this Host Family for one year. Please also be honest about your experiences and skills. We advise you to have the conversation in a quiet environment, lighted area, and make sure your mic and speaker/headset works.
How long does it take to be matched to a host family?
What are the documents requirements that I need to provide after a successful match with a host family?
We will email you the list of document requirements that you need once you found your match.
You are also financially responsible for the your own apostille documents, all domestic travel and all necessary medical checkup/lab tests required.
Do I receive assistance with my documents preparation, visa processing procedure?
Yes, our team will assist in your document preparation, embassy appointment, and visa collection process. If you are from the Philippines, we will assist you with your CFO training. You can always approach our team about your concerns and we will provide you with instructions and details to the best of our knowledge.
It is crucial for you to read all documents and agreements before signing.
What will happen after I have arrived in the Netherlands?
Our Program Manager will touch base with you regularly to ensure that you are supported throughout your au pairing year. We expect you to turn up for these calls as it is important for us to keep in contact.
We run events and workshops regularly to encourage our au pairs to participate, to make friends and expand their social network. The host family may also organize cultural related activities with you or for you.
We also expect you to inform us of any relevant changes during your stay in the Netherlands.
You are responsible for administrative related tasks (with the support of your host and agency). For e.g. to register yourself at the city hall, apply for the Dutch Basic Healthcare insurance and request for Healthcare benefits (zorgtoeslag), and to take a TB test as required by the Dutch government (depends on your nationality).
You should manage your own expenses and communicate with your host about your 2-week vacation plan as part of your 1 year au pair benefit. You are responsible for all your vacation finances.
And most importantly, enjoy spending your time with your host families and learning to live in another country!