Getting Married Long-Distance: Our Online Wedding Story

Getting Married Long-Distance: Our Online Wedding Story

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Getting married was always part of our plan — we just didn’t expect to do it from separate countries.

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 overwhelming.

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 verified our identities 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 emergency wedding “I do” from my apartment. My partner said it from their temporary station.

It was unforgettable. It was simple. And it was ours.

The officiant made it feel official. The ceremony was intimate and sweet. And we received our official marriage certificate the same day — 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 dealing with distance, don’t wait. Online marriage is recognized, and it’s a beautiful 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.

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