Getting married was always part of our plan — we just didn’t expect to do it from two different continents.
When you’re in a long-distance relationship, especially with military deployment, everything gets more complicated. Paperwork, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel impossible.
We wanted to start our life together. But a traditional wedding just kept falling through.
Then we found out we could get married online.
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 recognized across the U.S..
We decided to go for it.
Here’s how it worked for us:
- We submitted our documents 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 joined the call, said our vows, and just like that — we were married.
I said “I do” from my home office. My partner said it from their country overseas.
It was real. It was easy. And it was ours.
The officiant walked us through the process. The ceremony was short but meaningful. And we received our certified marriage certificate immediately — no courthouse, no plane tickets, no headaches.
Since then, we’ve used our online marriage to handle joint bank accounts, and every agency has approved it — no issues at all.
If you’re dealing with distance, don’t wait. Online marriage is legal, and it’s a modern way to start your website 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 commitment.