Homestay Direct welcomes you as a representative of our agency to accommodate an international student into your home.

We welcome new and experienced hosts to earn a tax free income while learning about other cultures.

Usually an international student has chosen to live in a homestay because they want to learn English and become familiar with our Australian culture and learn about our city while being looked after in a safe and caring environment.

Becoming a host family should be viewed only as an opportunity to earn an income by providing a service, like a casual job if you like.

Students come from all over the world, but the majority are from Asia & Middle East.

Asian, Middle Eastern and western cultures are very different and there is no “Right” or “Wrong” just different.

The host family plays a VITAL role in the successful stay of a student in our country not only for our business but also for the international education industry of Australia.

Please take a copy of our printer friendly Guidelines Booklet below (available in both pdf and word format) before filling out our Host Application Form.

International students looking for accommodation usually have 3 choices when they arrive in Australia,

Homestay
City Apartments
Share Accommodation

Experiencing and learning about the many different cultures of the world
Little extra income for that all important holiday

The ultimate goal of students studying in Australia is to learn English and complete a university degree, therefore the aim of the Host Family should be to provide a comfortable, safe and caring learning environment. Enabling the student to complete their studies successfully.

Host Guidelines

Heating & Cooling Infomation Sheet

Tax Free Host Information from ATO