I met this guy online from South Africa

Dear Jay, COVID has been difficult, and if you were single during lockdown it might have also been lonely. COVID romances were common, and I, too, had a COVID fling. My romance was quick but intense because the only people we saw were each other. It’s only since coming out of lockdown that I now have a better picture of this person. They aren’t bad, just different.

In your case, the fact that this person has asked for money to come to Australia would be a red flag. I would not send money.

However, if you feel that this person is genuine and want to see if the relationship works, you can always purchase a refundable ticket on their behalf. If it turns out that the situation is not genuine, at least you have an option to recoup your finances.

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