A shocking, skilled visa scam has been exposed in Australia, where fake “spouses” are being sold on the black market to help international students secure permanent residency. Victims, like Jerry, were lured by agents through apps like Xiaohongshu, paying tens of thousands for a fake partner with fabricated documents, staged photos, and joint bank accounts.

Many later found out that no visa applications had ever been lodged, resulting in lost money and legal status. Over 90 victims have reported losses exceeding $10 million. Authorities state that using false information for visa applications can result in bans, fines, or imprisonment. Would you risk your future on a fake shortcut, or wait for it to unfold the legal way?