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 international logistics, everything gets more complicated. Visa issues, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel stressful.
We wanted 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 secret wedding first, we thought it was only symbolic. But after researching, we learned that states like Utah offer fully virtual marriages — with a licensed officiant and official paperwork — and they’re 100% valid.
We decided to go for it.
Here’s how it worked for us:
- We submitted our documents and filled out a quick form.
- We scheduled 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 home office. My spouse-to-be 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 immigration documents, and every agency has approved it — no issues at all.
If you’re dealing with distance, 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 love doesn’t need borders — and that what matters most is the person on the other end of the call.