PREPARING YOUR AU PAIR’S TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS FROM ORIENTATION TO YOUR HOME You are responsible for arranging your au pair’s travel from the orientation site to your home. Travel information should be sent to the Orientation Staff at least 10 business days prior to your au pair’s arrival in the United States: Orientation Travel Au Pair Read More
Visa Regulations/Travel Outside the U.S.
Visa Regulations All program participants should be aware of the terms and conditions under which the United States government issues the J-1 visa. Such visas are reserved for individuals participating in a bona fide cultural exchange opportunity. DEFINITION OF TERMS: SEVIS DS 2019: United States Department of State Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor J-1 Read More
Program Guidelines and Regulations
The regulations for the program are set by the United States State Department, and can be found in their official form in the Host Family Handbook in your Host Family Orientation packet. The State Department carefully monitors the program for compliance to the regulations.This is intended as a supplement to the Host Family Handbook, please Read More
How To Get A Social Security Card
Au Pairs should apply for a social security number — it is generally required when registering for classes, opening a bank account, applying for a driver’s license, and filing a tax return. Au pairs may now apply for a social security card as early as 5 days after their arrival in the U.S. (in most Read More
Program Guidelines and Regulations
Your role as an Au Pair: This is not something clearly defined by the regulations, and you have heard lots about it at orientation; but what you bring to your job as an Au Pair can make a tremendous difference in your year for both you and your host family. Your host family will expect Read More
RI Driver's License Information
RI law allows au pairs to drive in the State of Rhode Island for one year with either an international driver’s license or a license from your home country (along with a translation of the license). If you plan to apply for a Rhode Island driver’s license, you must take all of the following documents Read More
Au Pair "Welcome" Ideas
Some families like to send a “welcome package” to their au pairs while they are at Orientation, and many have asked for ideas and suggestions as to what might be appropriate. I have listed a few suggestions below. Welcome packages may be sent directly to the hotel, and should be marked clearly with your au Read More
Au Pairs and Host Families Enjoy Holiday Open House
Many of our Au Pairs and some host families enjoyed a Holiday Open House at Glen Manor House in Portsmouth, Rhode Island on December 11. The charming country mansion was decorated beautifully for the holidays. There was holiday music, performances by local talent, and festive treats were served. Santa soon arrived and Read More
Regulations Regarding Foreign Drivers Licenses
According to the Rhode Island Department of Motor Vehicles Enforcement Department, au pairs who are in the United States participating in a child care/cultural exchange program, may drive for one year with either an international driver’s license or a license from their home country (along with a translation of the license). Official regulations are outlined Read More
How to Access I-94 Card
Your computerized I-94 record (arrival/departure card) is available for you to print out in as little as 24 hours after your arrival. You will need your I-94 card information in order to apply for a social security card and/or driver’s license. The I-94 card electronic record can be accessed and printed out from the Customs Read More