Consistent Weekly Income
Most host families earn €200-250 per week with half-board and €250-300 with full-board accommodation.
Host Family Ireland
Become a Host Family: Earn Extra Income While Helping International Students
Welcome to Ireland's leading host family program. Earn €200-300 every week by opening your home to carefully vetted international students, with EazyCity managing the matching, administration, support, and insurance.
The Host Family Opportunity in Ireland
Generate reliable weekly income while offering the Irish welcome and daily family life that students actively seek.
Genuine Cultural Exchange
Students choose homestays for real cultural immersion, not just a room, and many relationships continue long after the stay.
Students Are Carefully Vetted
Students are screened, verified, and matched thoughtfully so placements are respectful, safe, and more likely to succeed.
EazyCity Handles the Complexity
We manage vetting, matching, administration, payments, support, and documentation so hosting stays practical.
Income Breakdown: Know Exactly What You'll Earn
Clear accommodation models, transparent payment, and no hidden deductions.
Half-Board Accommodation
- Weekly rate€200-250
- Meals includedBreakfast + dinner
- Typical commitment1-1.5 hrs/day
- Best forModerate meal prep
Full-Board Accommodation
- Weekly rate€250-300
- Meals included3 meals daily
- Typical commitment1.5-2 hrs/day
- Best forLarger cooking capacity
Example: one student for 12 weeks can generate €2,400-€3,600 depending on board type.
Payment: paid directly to your bank account every two weeks, with no hidden fees or administrative deductions.
What Being a Host Family Actually Involves
Clear expectations matter. Here is the practical day-to-day reality.
Daily Responsibilities
Provide meals according to board type, maintain a private clean bedroom, and offer occasional help with local orientation and house routines.
What Students Expect
A safe and welcoming home, predictable meals, respect for privacy, and basic help understanding local life in Ireland.
What Students Do Not Expect
They are not unpaid staff, babysitters, or people to be ignored. The best placements are respectful and relational.
Typical Time Commitment
Most households spend around 1-2 hours daily on meals, household management, and natural interaction.
Trust, Safety, and Full Support
Successful homestays depend on careful vetting, strong matching, and real backup when needed.
Student Vetting
Identity verification, references, behavioral assessment, and communication checks happen before placement.
Host Family Matching
We consider household composition, routines, dietary needs, location, interests, and communication preferences.
24/7 Emergency Support
Urgent issues are handled through dedicated support, fast escalation, and direct access to the team.
Insurance Included
Public liability and property-damage coverage are included in the program, with no extra cost to the host family.
Admin Fully Managed
We handle recruitment, matching, contracts, payments, documentation, and ongoing student communication.
Training and Guidance
Host families receive orientation, communication guidance, and practical resources to host confidently.
The Simple 3-Step Application Process
Straightforward from first form to first placement.
Initial Application
Share basic household details, location, room setup, your motivation to host, and your preferred board type.
Verification & Assessment
We complete references, property checks, interviews, and any required compliance steps over roughly 7-10 days.
Activation & Placement
Once approved, your home is activated for matching and suitable student profiles are shared for your approval.
Start Hosting
Most families can move from application to first placement within 2-4 weeks, sometimes faster.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main questions families ask before applying.
How much can I realistically earn as a host family?
Most families earn €200-250 weekly with half-board and €250-300 weekly with full-board. Over a standard 12-week placement, that usually means €2,400-€3,600 in total income.
What's the realistic time commitment involved?
Usually 1-2 hours per day, mainly around meal preparation, household management, and natural communication rather than constant entertainment.
How do you ensure it's actually safe to host international students?
Students go through identity checks, screening, references, interviews, and conduct assessment before placement. EazyCity also provides support if any issue arises.
What are the absolute minimum requirements to become a host family?
You need a private clean bedroom, legal permission to host, basic amenities, a safe stable household, and willingness to provide a respectful environment.
Is insurance actually included?
Yes. Public liability and property-damage coverage are included with no extra charge.