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One of the biggest challenges for an international student is finding accommodation that is affordable, safe and comfortable. AHN homestay is an excellent option for students studying in a new country. Not only is it great value for money, our welcoming hosts offer the feeling and support of home to help students settle in as they prepare to begin their studies. Many guests who start with AHN homestay enjoy the experience so much they extend their stay – our longest placement lasted almost four years!

Inclusions

Host selection and screening
Quality homestay close to your school
Clean and furnished room
Internet access, utilities and meals*
Homestay insurance for students and hosts
Pre-departure online orientation
Local orientation with homestay host
On-the-ground support from AHN
24/7 critical incident hotline
Automated payments for students and hosts
Optional airport pickup on arrival

Benefits

No lock-in contracts – minimum 4 week stay with the option to extend
Host certification including interview, home inspection and background check
Cultural immersion through daily interaction and conversation with host family
Students have a local support system
Living in homestay makes transitioning to share housing or alternate accommodation easier
Range of payment options including PayPal, AliPay and internet banking

Matching Fee: This covers the management and support of your homestay including personalised student–host matching, selection and training of hosts, host home inspection, vetting and reference checks for hosts, ongoing support during your placement and liaising with education providers and agents if needed.

2025 / 2026 Homestay Fees
Matching Fee: $350
	Over 18s Private Room (Per Week)	All Rates (See all meal options, shared room pricing & airport pick-up rates)
Adelaide	$310-$400	View Adelaide Prices
Brisbane	$310-$410	View Brisbane Prices
Canberra	$315-$405	View Canberra Prices
Coffs Harbour	$300-$375	View Coffs Harbour Prices
Darwin	$300-$400	View Darwin Prices
Gold Coast	$365-$420	View Gold Coast Prices
Hobart	$305-$405	View Hobart Prices
Lismore	$300-$375	View Lismore Prices
Melbourne	$340-$440	View Melbourne Prices
Newcastle	$325-$425	View Newcastle Prices
North Queensland	$310-$410	View North Queensland Prices
Perth	$310-$410	View Perth Prices
Regional Western Australia	$330-$430	View Regional WA Prices
Sunshine Coast	$300-$400	View Sunshine Coast Prices
Sydney	$340-$445	View Sydney Prices
Toowoomba	$300-$400	View Toowoomba Prices
Wollongong	$320-$420	View Wollongong Prices

Students with special dietary requirements (i.e. Kosher, Halal, Gluten Free, Vegetarian or Vegan meals etc.) may be charged a fee to cover the additional costs to hosts. Prices are subject to change.

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Testimonials

As a former international student, I enjoy creating the opportunity to give that experience back. Having students from other countries enriches our cultural awareness at home.

Keri

Host