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 military deployment, everything gets more complicated. Time zones, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel impossible.
We wanted legal marriage online to start our life together. But a traditional wedding just wasn’t realistic.
Then we found out we could have a legal virtual wedding.
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 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 small circle 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 living room. My spouse-to-be said it from their temporary station.
It was emotional. It was stress-free. And it was ours.
The officiant walked us through the process. The ceremony was intimate and sweet. And we received our official marriage certificate right after — no courthouse, no plane tickets, no headaches.
Since then, we’ve used our online marriage to handle insurance updates, and every agency has accepted it — no issues at all.
If you’re separated by borders, don’t wait. Online marriage is legal, 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 person on the other end of the call.