Visa Support
Moving to Australia to work with a family involves navigating visa requirements. We help international nannies and au pairs understand their options and prepare for the process.
How We Support You
Visa rules can be complex and change over time. Here's how we help you approach the process with confidence.
Understanding Your Options
We help you understand which visa pathways may be relevant to working as a nanny or au pair in Australia, based on your nationality, age, and circumstances.
Document Preparation
Guidance on the documents typically required for a visa application, including references, qualifications, and background checks.
Working with Registered Agents
For complex cases, we can point you toward registered migration agents who specialise in visas relevant to childcare and support work.
Staying Compliant
Support in understanding your visa conditions once you're placed with a family, including work hour limits and reporting obligations.
A Note on Migration Advice
Immigration law changes regularly and every candidate's situation is different. The information we provide is general guidance only and is not a substitute for advice from a registered migration agent or migration lawyer. We always encourage candidates to verify current visa requirements directly with the Department of Home Affairs before making travel or placement decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from international nannies and au pairs about working in Australia.
Does Puzzle to Paddock arrange visas for me?
We provide guidance and point candidates toward the right resources and, where needed, registered migration agents. Visa applications are lodged by the individual (or their migration agent) directly with the Department of Home Affairs — we are not a registered migration agent ourselves.
What visa do au pairs typically use in Australia?
Australia does not have a dedicated 'au pair visa'. Most au pairs come to Australia on a Working Holiday visa or a student visa, and work hour conditions differ between visa types. We recommend checking current requirements on the Department of Home Affairs website or with a registered migration agent before you apply.
Can international nannies work in Australia?
It depends on the individual's visa type and its conditions. Some visas permit unrestricted work rights, while others limit hours or require sponsorship. We help candidates understand what their specific visa allows before confirming a placement.
How far in advance should I start the visa process?
Processing times vary by visa subclass and change over time, so we recommend starting well ahead of your intended travel date and checking current processing times on the Department of Home Affairs website.
What happens if my visa conditions change during a placement?
Let us and your host family know as soon as possible. We'll work with you to adjust the placement arrangement so it stays compliant with your current visa conditions.
Ready to Start Your Australian Journey?
Register with Puzzle to Paddock and let's talk through your visa options and next steps together.