Case Background
Mr. Zhou met Ms. Zhang in Australia, and they quickly developed a romantic relationship. Later, Ms. Zhang returned to China for personal reasons, while Mr. Zhou wished to sponsor her under Australia’s Subclass 309 visa to reunite with her in Australia. After contacting Merchants Prosperity Education & Migration for assistance, we suggested that since Ms. Zhang had returned to China, Mr. Zhou would need to provide a detailed explanation outlining their meeting, their relationship, and the ongoing contact after Ms. Zhang’s return to China. This was necessary to demonstrate that their relationship was genuine and lasting.

Meeting Process
Mr. Zhou and Ms. Zhang initially met in Australia through mutual friends or activities. At the time, Mr. Zhou was working in Australia and had already obtained Australian citizenship, while Ms. Zhang was visiting Australia as a tourist. During a social event, they started talking, bonded over shared interests, and engaged in meaningful conversations. Although they didn’t immediately develop deep feelings for each other, over time, they realized they shared many similar values and life views, which gradually strengthened their connection.

They began meeting more frequently and providing each other support through challenges in life and work. Mr. Zhou offered valuable advice about living in Australia, while Ms. Zhang provided emotional comfort and companionship. As their relationship deepened, their bond shifted from friendship to a romantic one.

Contact After Ms. Zhang’s Return to China
After Ms. Zhang returned to China for personal reasons, she and Mr. Zhou didn’t let the physical distance weaken their relationship. Instead, they maintained close contact through various means. They stayed in touch via video calls, phone calls, social media, and other platforms, sharing daily life details with each other. Despite being in two different countries, their feelings of longing and care for each other remained strong.

Their communication wasn’t limited to virtual interactions; they also made efforts for regular in-person visits. Whether it was Mr. Zhou traveling to China to visit Ms. Zhang or Ms. Zhang coming to Australia to see him, both made time to nurture their relationship. For example, Mr. Zhou flew to China during holidays to meet Ms. Zhang and her family, participating in family gatherings and further deepening their bond and family connections.

Future Plans
Mr. Zhou and Ms. Zhang have made clear plans for their future. They decided to apply for the 309 visa through Merchants Prosperity to reunite in Australia. They have jointly developed a life plan that includes marriage, careers, and family. Mr. Zhou has formally proposed to Ms. Zhang, and he received the support and blessings of her family.

We assisted the couple by gathering relationship evidence, including travel records, phone call logs, photos with friends, and other documentation to support their visa application. The immigration lawyer included proof of shared purchases, travel photos, and other evidence that demonstrated their relationship was genuine and long-lasting, which strengthened their visa application’s chances of success.

The relationship statement, written by our copywriter, emphasized the authenticity, stability, and depth of their relationship. Despite being in two different countries, they maintained their bond through various means and had a clear future plan. Through the 309 visa application, they hoped to break the distance barrier and ultimately reunite.

In this case, our copywriter asked Mr. Zhou to provide detailed information about their initial meeting, their dating journey, and how they maintained their relationship over time. This information helped the immigration officers understand the sincerity and longevity of their relationship and supported the visa application. Ultimately, they were granted the visa.