Become a Host Family in Dublin
Why Host with ADC College?
Becoming a host family in Dublin with ADC College means more than simply offering a spare room — it is about welcoming the world into your home.
As one of Dublin’s most trusted providers of work placement programmes for international students, ADC College has over a decade of experience working directly with local families, without middlemen. Our Dublin host family programme is designed to ensure a respectful, enriching and enjoyable experience for both hosts and students.
What Makes Hosting with ADC College Different?
Direct, personal support: We work one-on-one with each host family, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience throughout the stay. Our dedicated team is always available to assist you.
Meaningful cultural exchange: Hosting international students (average aged 17-25) gives you the chance to share your culture while learning about others — a rewarding experience for individuals, couples and families alike.
Reliable placement and scheduling: You will know in advance when students are arriving, how long they will stay, and what to expect. Most students are in Dublin for 2 to 4 weeks and are in class or work placement during the day.
Fair and prompt compensation: We offer competitive weekly payments and process all transactions efficiently, so you never have to worry.
Sustainable and ethical operations: We prioritise long-term relationships with our host families, operate paper-free, and offer digital tools for easy communication and feedback.
Join our growing network of trusted host families across Dublin and make a lasting impact on a young person's life — while enjoying the many rewards of cultural exchange.
Benefits Of Hosting
Opening your home as a host family in Dublin is more than an act of hospitality — it is a chance to be part of an international educational journey.
What You Can Expect
Prompt payments to help cover household expenses
Student transfer directly to your home - no airport collections necessary
A cultural experience that broadens perspectives for both you and your family
Opportunities to practise English or another language informally
The chance to form lasting connections with students from Germany and other European countries
Ongoing support and guidance from the ADC College team
Bookings all year-round
We carefully match each student with a host family to ensure compatibility, taking into account preferences, dietary needs, and household dynamics.
Host Family Requirements
We are proud of the quality and professionalism of our Dublin host family network. To ensure a positive experience for all parties, we ask that our host families:
Provide a clean, comfortable private single, twin, or triple bedroom (shared rooms for two or three students of the same gender is what most students are looking for - if you have a single room which is large enough, why not add another bed?)
Offer breakfast and dinner
Live within commuting distance to Dublin city centre (should be accessible by public transport)
Be willing to engage with students and help them settle into Irish life
Allow and support student independence while maintaining a welcoming environment
We accept families, couples, or individuals, and we are happy to work with experienced hosts as well as first-time applicants.
Our Students
The students you welcome into your home are typically aged 17 to 25. They are mature, respectful, and independent, selected by their schools and prepared for their stay in Ireland.
They visit Dublin for an average of 2 to 4 weeks as part of the Erasmus+ programme, gaining valuable work experience in Irish companies during the week. Many of them are future professionals in areas such as business, IT, hospitality, or healthcare.
Our students come primarily from Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, and are:
Supervised and supported by their sending schools and our team
Committed to making the most of their cultural and professional exchange
At ADC College, we maintain close relationships with schools and carefully match students to suitable host families across Dublin.
How to Apply
Becoming part of the ADC College host family programme in Dublin is easy. Here is how to get started:
Submit the online application form (see below)
Complete the home questionnaire we send to you in response.
We will contact you to arrange a brief home visit and informal interview
Once approved, you will be added to our host family network
You will receive placement offers in advance of each programme
Our placement process is transparent and flexible. You always have the option to accept or decline a proposed student stay.
Please fill in the form below and we will be in touch asap.
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