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Promotions and Discounts
Eligible Host families may receive one discount for a new “Out of Country” au pair contract. The highest available discount will be given. Matches with “In Country” au pairs are already at a discounted rate and do not qualify for extra discounts.
Sponsoring
Switch to CHI from any other U.S. based Au Pair program and accept a CHI Au Pair within six months of your previous Au Pair and receive $600.00 off your program fee.
Family-Arranged Au Pair Placement
Independently locate an Au Pair for yourself. Your family as well as your Au Pair must meet all program requirements. Receive $300.00 off your program fee.
Discount to Military Families
Families where one or both parents are active service members in the military can receive $300.00 off the program fee.
Single Parent
Single parent families receive $300.00 off the program fee.
Discount for returning CHI Au Pair Families
Families, who have successfully completed one full year with CHI Au Pair program and within six months of completion, accept another NEW CHI Au Pair will automatically receive $700.00 off the program fee.
Referral Bonus
Refer new host families to CHI Au Pair and when they match you receive a $300 bonus!
Au Pair Program Pricing
CHI has no application fee. Host Families are not charged for anything until officially matched with an au pair. Please review our payment plan options.
Full Payment Option
Payment Plan
Option 1
Option 1
Payment Plan
Option 2
Option 2
Full Payment Option
| Basic Program Fee | Payment Due | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Placement Fee | Due upon placement request | $4,595.00 |
| Department of Homeland Security Fee | Due upon placement request | $35.00 |
| Placement Balance Fee | Due the 1st of upcoming month or 15th of current month, following Au Pair Arrival ** | $4,365.00 |
| TOTAL ANNUAL PROGRAM FEES: | $8,995.00 |
** If the 1st or 15th falls on a Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, the Placement Balance fee will be processed on the following business day.
Payment Plan
Option 1
Option 1
| Basic Program Fee | Payment Due | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Placement Fee | Due upon placement request | $4,795.00 |
| Department of Homeland Security Fee | Due upon placement request | $35.00 |
| Installment 1 | Due 2 Months After Au Pair Arrival in the U.S. – on 15th ** | $1,100.00 |
| Installment 2 | Due 3 Months After Au Pair Arrival in the U.S. – on 15th ** | $1,100.00 |
| Installment 3 | Due 4 Months After Au Pair Arrival in the U.S. – on 15th ** | $1,100.00 |
| Installment 4 | Due 6 Months After Au Pair Arrival in the U.S. – on 15th ** | $1,100.00 |
| TOTAL ANNUAL PROGRAM FEES: | $9,230.00 |
** If the 15th falls on a Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, the installments will be processed on the following business day.
PAYMENT PLAN 1: This payment option includes a $235.00 administrative fee (included in the payment schedule above) and is payable by credit card only.
Payment Plan
Option 2
Option 2
| Basic Program Fee | Payment Due | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Placement Fee | Due upon placement request | $2,500.00 |
| Department of Homeland Security Fee | Due upon placement request | $35.00 |
| Placement Balance Fee | Due The 1st of upcoming month or 15th of current month, following Au Pair Arrival ** | $2,500.00 |
| Installment 1 | Due 2 Months After Au Pair Arrival in the U.S. – on 15th ** | $1,073.75 |
| Installment 2 | Due 3 Months After Au Pair Arrival in the U.S. – on 15th ** | $1,073.75 |
| Installment 3 | Due 4 Months After Au Pair Arrival in the U.S. – on 15th ** | $1,073.75 |
| Installment 4 | Due 6 Months After Au Pair Arrival in the U.S. – on 15th ** | $1,073.75 |
| TOTAL ANNUAL PROGRAM FEES: | $9,330.00 |
** If the 1st or 15th falls on a Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, the Placement Balance fee will be processed on the following business day.
PAYMENT PLAN 2: This payment option includes a $335.00 administrative fee (included in the payment schedule above) and is payable by credit card only.
Program Fees Include:
- Pre-screened Au Pair profiles for your review and selection
- J-1 visa documentation for Au Pair
- International airfare for Au Pair
- 12 months of medical insurance for Au Pair
- Au pair orientation and childcare safety training
- Host family orientation
- Program support
- Supervision and assistance
Additional Program Costs:
In addition to the program fees, costs required by the U.S. Department of State and CHI Au Pair include the Au Pair’s:
- Weekly stipend in accordance with governmental regulations*
- Educational component tuition of up to $500
- Automobile insurance coverage
- Private room and board
*The au pair is paid a weekly stipend in accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor Guidelines, based on the highest minimum wage according to the Host Family’s location and in conformance with federal, state or local wage laws. The Host Family and Au Pair are free to agree to a higher stipend than the legally applicable minimum, provided that the au pair work no more than 45 hours per week and perform no tasks other than duties related to childcare.
Program Extension Pricing
12-Month
9-Month
6-Month
12-Month
Full Fee Option
| Extension Program Fee | Payment Due | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Full Extension Fee | Due upon receipt of the Extension Agreement and prior to processing the extension | $6,200.00 |
PAYMENT PLAN OPTION
| Extension Program Fee | Payment Due | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Down Payment | Due upon receipt of the Extension Agreement and prior to processing the extension | $1,800.00 |
| Down Payment Balance | Due upon start of the extension program | $1,400.00 |
| 1st Installment | Due 2 months after start of the extension, on the 15th of the month | $800.00 |
| 2nd Installment | Due 3 months after start of the extension, on the 15th of the month | $800.00 |
| 3rd Installment | Due 4 months after start of the extension, on the 15th of the month | $800.00 |
| 4th Installment | Due 6 months after start of the extension, on the 15th of the month | $800.00 |
| TOTAL | Includes payment plan administrative fee of $200.00 | $6,400.00 |
9-Month
Full Fee Option
| Extension Program Fee | Payment Due | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Full Extension Fee | Due upon receipt of the Extension Agreement and prior to processing the extension | $4,750.00 |
PAYMENT PLAN OPTION
| Extension Program Fee | Payment Due | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Down Payment | Due upon receipt of the Extension Agreement and prior to processing the extension | $2,300.00 |
| 1st Installment | Due upon start of the extension program | $1,325.00 |
| 2nd Installment | Due 2 months after start of the extension, on the 15th of the month | $1,325.00 |
| TOTAL | Includes payment plan administrative fee of $200.00 | $4,950.00 |
6-Month
Full Fee Option
| Extension Program Fee | Payment Due | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Full Extension Fee | Due upon receipt of the Extension Agreement and prior to processing the extension | $3,250.00 |
PAYMENT PLAN OPTION (INCLUDES $200 CREDIT CARD ADMINISTRATIVE FEE)
| Extension Program Fee | Payment Due | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Down Payment | Due upon receipt of the Extension Agreement and prior to processing the extension | $1,725.00 |
| Down Payment Balance | Due upon start of the extension program | $1,725.00 |
