What comes next
Extending or transitioning after your au pair year
Extension (6/9/12 months), the 30-day travel period, and coming back on a different visa.
# After your au pair year
You have real options:
- **Extend** your program by 6, 9, or 12 months with a new or the same family.
- Use your **30-day travel/grace period** to see more of the US before flying home.
- Come back later on **F-1 (student), H-1B, or J-1 intern/trainee** visas.
Start planning **3-4 months before your program ends** — most steps take time.