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How to Apply

Our student application is simple and easy to complete. We recommend applying at least 2-4 weeks prior to your intended arrival date to give us plenty of time to match you with a host.

Before beginning the application please have the items listed below.

You will need:

  • School information
  • Study dates
  • Flight details

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

  • Apply online and create your guest profile (accommodation preferences,  background info, dietary requirements, etc.).
  • AHN receives your application and issues an invoice for the Matching Fee + 4 weeks of homestay.
  • Pay your invoice – we cannot match you with a host until we receive payment. This should be done at least 3 weeks prior to arrival.
  • AHN starts the matching process / finds you a host.
  • Confirm your arrival details with AHN.
  • AHN books airport pickup if required and confirms the placement with your host.
  • AHN sends a placement report to you and your host – you can contact your host to connect prior to your arrival if you wish.

WHEN YOUR PLACEMENT BEGINS

  • Arrive at your homestay.
  • After the first 2 weeks in homestay you may request to end your placement once the initial 4 week period is over. You need to provide written notice to AHN and your host.
  • If you wish to continue your placement, AHN will send you ongoing monthly invoices, which you must pay in order to stay in the homestay.
  • You can request to end your placement any time once the initial 4 week period is over as long as you provide 2 weeks written notice to AHN and your host.

NOTE: Guests under the age of 18 require approval from their Guardian before giving notice to end their placement.

Book Your Homestay Today!

Start your student homestay application today and find out why AHN is the number one choice for homestay experiences in Australia!

My homestay dad helped me open my bank account, and learn to drive a car.