What visa should I apply for as an Au Pair?
On June 20 I am backpacking around Europe for almost 3 months with friends and then I will be living in Italy for 3 months as an Au Pair. I am unsure what visa I will need to apply for.
Will I need a study visa (I can sign up for italian classes)?
A subordinate visa? And am I able to have a Schengen visa and another visa purely for Italy?
Best Answer
This highly depends what nationality you are. If I assume that you are not from the EU, you need to apply for a long stay visa. If you are non-EU and from Canada, Australia or New Zealand, you can apply for a working holiday visa.
There are two websites which give you more information on the process:
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What visa do Au Pairs need?
The J-1 visa permits Au Pair in America participants to reside legally in the United States for 12 months while caring for children in a program-approved host family. Au pairs and companions in good standing may apply for an extension of stay to continue participation in the program for an additional 6, 9 or 12 months.What visa does an Au Pair need in Australia?
The Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462) is issued to young people, who want to travel and work in Australia for up to 12 months. This visa is valid for 12 months, starting on the day the Au Pair enters Australia.What visa does an Au Pair need for UK?
Most of the Au Pairs need one of these visas: Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme. Student Visa.Can I Au Pair without a visa?
The US Department of State has strict rules regarding the Au Pair program. In order to become an Au Pair in the United States, the candidate will need a J-1 visa. To apply for a legal J-1 Cultural Exchange Visitor Visa, the candidate needs the following documents: A passport (valid until 6 months after your stay)J1 VISA: Au Pair Program USA Explained || J-1 Visa Consulting
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