Hello Brisbane!
Join our amazing team of Homestays and host Japanese Students in early 2024.
Together we create impactful moments that last a lifetime.
UAH has welcomed Japanese Students to Australia since 1986, enriching the lives of both Students and Homestays.
Students participate in short term educational programs and sight sightseeing tours, whilst being hosted by local families for an immersive cross-cultural experience.
We're inviting new Homestays to join our Brisbane team to be a part of our programs starting in February 2024.
Our programs run for 4 weeks, with placements available to host either 1 or 2 Students, depending on what’s suitable for your household.
What do I need to provide?
Accommodation in private, furnished bedrooms
Daily meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner
Inclusion in family activities and local outings
Public transport guidance to commute to campus
Benefits
of being a Homestay
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Enjoy exchanging your traditions, ideals and ways of life through spoken and unspoken insights - sharing meals, stories and exploring your local region together.
This mutual learning experience goes beyond just hosting—it's about building connections and forming lifelong friendships.
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$420 - $455 per Student each week.
We go above and beyond industry standards in providing compensation for your warm hospitality. Not only do you open your home, but you also contribute to a fun-filled and memorable Australian experience for your Students.
It’s important to note that according to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), Homestay payment is considered compensation and is not included in your annual income. This means you can enjoy the benefits of hosting without impacting your tax obligations.
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Whether you have a busy career, a family to care for, or simply enjoy your own space, our short term hosting opportunities enable you to integrate them into your schedule, rather than having to commit to a long period of time.
How do I register ?
Complete your Homestay Profile
Providing information about your household and family members is required to suitably match Students with you.
Book your Home Visit
A chance for us to meet you, verify the Student accommodation and answer any questions you may have.
Link your Blue Card
If you don't already hold a current Working with Children Check (Blue Card), we can assist you in obtaining one. Homestay falls under a Volunteer capacity, it’s free and is valid for 3 years.
Start Hosting Students
Congratulations! You are now a certified UAH Homestay. You'll receive ‘Homestay Offer’ notifications for all upcoming programs in your region.
Frequently
Asked
Questions
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Students will be attending programs across several Brisbane Universities and Colleges within Kelvin Grove, St Lucia and South Bank. Homestays located within an approximate 50 minute door-to-door radius on public transport will see more frequent opportunities than those residing further away.
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Our programs run for 4 weeks depending on each group's requirement.
This is a seasonal industry with more activity seen in the months of February, March, July, August, and September. Less frequent programs do run in other months also.
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Furnished bedrooms with individual proper beds are required to ensure a comfortable stay for Students.
Under no circumstances is bed sharing permitted, mattresses on the floor or sharing a bedroom with any family members.
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Homestays are to pick-up their Students on arrival and drop-off on departure day from a local meeting location.
This information will be provided as part of each Homestay Offer notification sent to you.
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Japanese Students aged 19-23 years old, however we do also work with many other nationalities and age groups. Each group is a part of an organised Study Tour from a visiting School / College / University.
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Families, retirees, couples and individuals are all welcome to apply to become a Homestay!
