Getting married was always part of our plan — we just didn’t expect to do it from opposite sides of the world.
When you’re in a long-distance relationship, especially with international logistics, everything gets more complicated. Paperwork, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel overwhelming.
We wanted to start click here our life together. But a traditional wedding just kept falling through.
Then we found out we could have a legal virtual wedding.
At first, we thought it was only symbolic. But after researching, we learned that states like Utah legally support fully virtual marriages — with a licensed officiant and official paperwork — and they’re even accepted in other countries.
We decided to go for it.
Here’s how it worked for us:
- We uploaded our IDs and filled out a quick form.
- We booked our wedding time with an officiant who was licensed for online ceremonies.
- We invited our small circle to join via Zoom.
- And when the day came, we logged on, said our vows, and just like that — we were married.
I said “I do” from my home office. My spouse-to-be said it from their temporary station.
It was unforgettable. It was easy. And it was ours.
The officiant walked us through the process. The ceremony was intimate and sweet. And we received our official marriage certificate right after — no courthouse, no plane tickets, no headaches.
Since then, we’ve used our online marriage to handle immigration documents, and every agency has recognized it — no issues at all.
If you’re trying to make your relationship official from afar, don’t wait. Online marriage is legal, and it’s a modern way to start your future — even if you’re not in the same place.
We’re proof that weddings don’t need venues — and that what matters most is the person on the other end of the call.