Getting married was always part of our plan click here — we just didn’t expect to do it from separate countries.
When you’re in a long-distance relationship, especially with military deployment, everything gets more complicated. Visa issues, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel stressful.
We wanted to start our life together. But a traditional wedding just wasn’t an option.
Then we found out we could have a legal virtual wedding.
At first, we thought it was too good to be true. But after researching, we learned that states like Utah offer 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 verified our identities and filled out a quick form.
- We scheduled our wedding time with an officiant who was licensed for online ceremonies.
- We invited our closest friends and family to join via Zoom.
- And when the day came, we connected to the ceremony, said our vows, and just like that — we were married.
I said “I do” from my living room. My spouse-to-be said it from their military base.
It was real. It was simple. And it was ours.
The officiant made it feel official. The ceremony was intimate and sweet. And we received our legal marriage certificate the same day — 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 dealing with distance, don’t wait. Online marriage is recognized, 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.