Our au pairs come from the beautiful Southern African country of Zimbabwe. They are carefully vetted for language ability, childcare experience, and personal qualities such as kindness, responsibility, and adaptability.

We assist both the host family and your au pair with all the necessary documents for the French long-stay “stagiaire aide familial étranger” visa, including guidance on the host family agreement and required paperwork.

Once your au pair arrives, you will need to: Register with URSSAF as a private employer, arrange social security and medical insurance for your au pair, and ensure they are enrolled in French language courses if not already fluent.
We provide guidance and resources for each step.

In line with French regulations, you must: Provide a private bedroom and meals, offer a stipend (pocket money) according to legal requirements, allow time for language study, and ensure fair working hours and time off.

We offer two options: A2 French or higher: ready to integrate immediately. Beginner level: enrolled in exam prep and language learning before and after arrival.

We carry out reference checks and interviews to assess personality and cultural exchange readiness

Zimbabwean au pairs bring a rich cultural heritage, strong English skills, warmth, and adaptability. Many have childcare experience and are eager to share their culture while learning from yours.

You will have direct contact via phone, WhatsApp, and email with a dedicated coordinator who understands both French and Zimbabwean contexts.

Au pairs typically stay for 6 to 12 months, with the option of extending their contract once if both the family and au pair agree, within visa regulations.

An au pair’s main duties include childcare and light household tasks. You can expect to work 25–30 hours per week (about 5 hours per day, 5–6 days a week), depending on the host family’s needs.

Yes! By law, au pairs are entitled to at least one full day off per week and enough free time to attend language courses.

If the family travels and brings you along, you are still expected to help with childcare. If they go without you, you usually remain in their home with free time or arrange your own activities, but you continue to receive pocket money during this period.

Yes, you are responsible for your own French language courses, though many families help with finding affordable options.

Yes. Your host family registers you for health coverage, ensuring you are legally protected during your stay.

Yes. Since France is part of the Schengen Area, you can travel freely to other member countries during your time off, as long as your visa is valid.