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 cross-border relationship, especially with immigration challenges, everything gets more complicated. Paperwork, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel more info stressful.
We wanted to start our life together. But a 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 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 uploaded our IDs and filled out a quick form.
- We reserved 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 logged on, said our vows, and just like that — we were married.
I said “I do” from my apartment. My fiancé said it from their military base.
It was real. It was easy. And it was ours.
The officiant walked us through the process. The ceremony was quick, but powerful. 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 insurance updates, and every agency has approved it — no issues at all.
If you’re separated by borders, 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 marriage can happen anywhere — and that what matters most is the commitment.