German for au pairs and childcare
The au pair visa for Germany requires basic German — normally A1 from a recognised test centre — before the embassy will issue it. It is the first certificate most au pairs ever sit, often in a language they have studied for only a few months, which makes exam familiarity worth more than extra vocabulary.
Sound familiar?
- Your visa timeline depends on one exam date.
- It may be the first formal language exam you have ever taken.
- Host families expect you to communicate from day one.
- Preparation courses at home are expensive or unavailable.
How we help
A1 exactly as the embassy expects it
Start Deutsch 1 / telc A1 format, five complete papers, all four modules.
Audio that prepares you for real families
Native-speed listening — much closer to how your host family will actually talk.
A2 ready for later
Once you are settled, A2 opens language courses, part-time work and a longer stay.
Affordable from anywhere
€9.95, one-time, delivered by email — no shipping, no course booking.
Frequently asked questions
+What German level do au pairs need?
A1 is the standard requirement for the German au pair visa, evidenced by a certificate from Goethe, telc, ÖSD or another recognised provider. Check your embassy page for the accepted list.
+How long does it take to reach A1?
Around 80–120 hours of study for most people. Add two to three weeks of mock exam practice before you sit the test.
+Which exam is easiest at A1?
Goethe Start Deutsch 1 and telc Deutsch A1 are jointly developed and effectively the same exam. Pick whichever has a test centre near you.