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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

 

2024 Start With Us Package Fees
(Pricing includes $340 Matching Fee)
Valid for stays from 1 January 2024
Over 18s Homestay Packages
4 Week Starter Package Additional Weeks
Adelaide $1,700 $340
Brisbane $1,700 $340
Canberra $1,780 $360
Coffs Harbour $1,540 $300
Darwin $1,700 $340
Gold Coast $1,820 $370
Hobart $1,740 $350
Lismore $1,540 $300
Melbourne $1,860 $380
Newcastle $1,820 $370
North Queensland $1,660 $330
Perth $1,740 $350
Sunshine Coast $1,660 $330
Sydney $1,860 $380
Toowoomba $1,660 $330
Wollongong $1,820 $370
Under 18s Homestay Packages
4 Week Starter Package Additional Weeks
Adelaide $1,760 $355
Brisbane $1,780 $360
Canberra $1,860 $380
Coffs Harbour $1,720 $345
Darwin $1,780 $360
Gold Coast $1,900 $390
Hobart $1,800 $365
Lismore $1,720 $345
Melbourne $1,940 $400
Newcastle $1,900 $390
North Queensland $1,860 $380
Perth $1,820 $370
Sunshine Coast $1,860 $380
Sydney $1,940 $400
Toowoomba $1,860 $380
Wollongong $1,900 $390

* Start With Us package prices include Matching Fee and Traditional Homestay as standard (2 meals Monday to Friday, 3 meals on weekends) in a Private Room. Any regions that do not offer a Traditional Homestay package will include Complete Homestay (3 meals, 7 days per week).

Please visit the Student Pricing page to view available homestay packages, Shared Room options and Airport Pickup pricing for each region.

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. Contact your local office for further details. 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.

I enjoyed hosting the study tour group! We were outside playing soccer until sunset each afternoon. It was a great experience for the students and my family.

It is uplifting as a host family to experience the thankfulness on the faces of our students. We fulfill any homesickness, helping show them the way while they are carving out their exciting new life.

I have hosted numerous students, some staying for a few weeks, and others for over a year. It is always a great experience to show my guests around the city and introduce them to the local culture. I also learn a great deal about the guests cultures.

Yubo Quan left today he was one of the most pleasant and well mannered boy’s I have had.