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 relationship separated by distance, especially with immigration challenges, everything gets more complicated. Visa issues, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel impossible.
We wanted to start our life together. But a virtual wedding traditional wedding just wasn’t realistic.
Then we found out we could get married online.
At first, we thought it was too good to be true. But after researching, we learned that states like Utah allow 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 verified our identities and filled out a quick form.
- We booked 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 home office. My partner said it from their country overseas.
It was real. It was easy. And it was ours.
The officiant made it feel official. The ceremony was short but meaningful. And we received our certified marriage certificate the same day — no courthouse, no plane tickets, no headaches.
Since then, we’ve used our online marriage to handle insurance updates, and every agency has approved it — no issues at all.
If you’re separated by borders, don’t wait. Online marriage is real, and it’s a meaningful way to start your future — even if you’re not in the same place.
We’re proof that marriage can happen anywhere — and that what matters most is the commitment.