J-1 visa basics every au pair should know

# J-1 au pair basics - You may work up to **45 hours/week** and no more than **10 hours/day**. - You get **1.5 days off every week** and **one full weekend a month**. - You get **two weeks paid vacation** during the year. - You must complete **at least 6 credit hours of coursework**. - Weekly stipend is set by the US Department of State (minimum $195.75/week for standard au pairs). Ask your Local Community Counselor if anything feels wrong — that is what they are there for.