Getting married was always part of our website plan — we just didn’t expect to do it from different time zones.
When you’re in a long-distance relationship, especially with international logistics, everything gets more complicated. Visa issues, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel overwhelming.
We wanted to start our life together. But a traditional wedding just wasn’t an option.
Then we found out we could say “I do” over Zoom — for real.
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 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 closest friends and family 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 apartment. My fiancé said it from their temporary station.
It was real. It was easy. And it was ours.
The officiant made it feel official. The ceremony was quick, but powerful. 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 recognized it — no issues at all.
If you’re trying to make your relationship official from afar, 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 vows.