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The time afterwards
When the year ends: what comes next, saying goodbye and finding the next au pair.
When the au pair year slowly comes to an end
Even the best au pair year comes to an end at some point. In the final months, new questions arise: what happens next for the au pair? When should we start looking for a new au pair? And how do we shape the goodbye?
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May the au pair leave early if they find a place in vocational training or an FSJ?
Many au pairs from third countries come to Germany with a clear goal: during their au pair year, they want to improve their German and afterwards start vocational training (Ausbildung) or a voluntary social year (FSJ). …
Our au pair is already talking about the time afterwards. Is that normal?
Yes, absolutely. For many au pairs, the au pair year is deliberately the first step towards a future in Germany. They want to improve their German and afterwards start vocational training, an FSJ or a Bundesfreiwilligendienst (a federal volunteer service). …
What does an au pair need for vocational training or an FSJ?
First, the au pair needs an offer for a place in vocational training or an FSJ. The further steps for moving from the au pair stay into the new activity are then clarified by the au pair together with their new employer or provider. …
What happens between the end of the contract and the start of training?
The end of the au pair contract and the start of vocational training or an FSJ often do not follow on seamlessly. For this transition period, the au pair needs a new immigration law solution. The au pair visa itself cannot be extended. …
When should we start looking for the next au pair?
Ideally, you get in touch with us around three months before the planned end of the current au pair stay. This leaves enough time to get to know a new au pair without rushing, complete the formalities and plan the arrival. …
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