Getting married was always part of our plan — we just didn’t expect to do it more info from two different continents.
When you’re in a long-distance relationship, especially with immigration challenges, everything gets more complicated. Time zones, 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 some kind of loophole. But after researching, we learned that states like Utah allow fully virtual marriages — with a licensed officiant and official paperwork — and they’re 100% valid.
We decided to go for it.
Here’s how it worked for us:
- We uploaded our IDs and filled out a quick form.
- We scheduled our wedding time with an officiant who was licensed for online ceremonies.
- We invited our loved ones 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 living room. My fiancé said it from their country overseas.
It was unforgettable. It was stress-free. 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 accepted 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 vows.