Employing an au pair:
the rules, by country

If someone works set hours in your home, you are usually an employer — with duties that differ in every country. Here is what to look into in each, with links to the official source.

This is general guidance, not legal advice.

Employment law changes, varies by region and depends on your exact arrangement. Figures below are researched from official sources but go out of date — always confirm the current position with the official body linked on this page, or with a qualified labour adviser, before you rely on it.