WANTED: HOMESTAY HOSTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
As an NZH homestay host, you will receive attractive fortnightly payments which will compensate you for board, as well as covering the expenses involved with hosting your student such as providing meals. Before you apply as a homestay host you should be willing and able to provide the following:
- Accommodation: Available, clean and furnished
- Proximity: Live within 60 minutes or less (by public transport) to one of our key education providers
- Interest: In cultural engagement and exchange
- Guidance: To help a young visitor navigate the New Zealand language, culture and lifestyle
- English: Proficiency in conversational English
The Process
Hosting with NZH is easy. Just complete these simple steps:
1. Click here to apply and submit our one page application form
2. Complete your NZH profile. Host profiles are used to match the best students to your home/ family.
3. One of our friendly local staff will conduct interviews and a house inspection.
4. Pass safety checks inc. police vetting, ID verification, and reference check for the primary host
5. Final homestay assessment and approval.
6. You’re ready to host!
Not Sure if Hosting is Right For You?
Send us a message! Your local NZH office will contact you to provide more info about the homestay experience.
Please include your suburb / postcode in your message.
Host Payments
NZH’s host reimbursement rates are specific to the living costs and services available in each region. Host payments include the use of internet, laundry facilities and utilities (e.g. power, water). All hosts who successfully complete the host certification process to accept NZH guests are automatically covered under NZH’s insurance policy.
View our current host rates here.
About New Zealand Homestay
NZH provides the highest quality homestay experiences in New Zealand. We are committed to ensuring that each and every homestay placement is an enriching, secure and memorable cultural experience for both guests and hosts. Visit the NZH Host FAQs page to find out more about our world-class services.
Professional support throughout the hosting experience, with local offices and a 24/7 emergency line
Tailored insurance coverage for hosts and students included for all homestay placements
Unique matching system to connect you with students that suit your lifestyle and your household
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Join our family today and discover the New Zealand Homestay difference!