Our Online Marriage: Love Without Borders

Our Online Marriage: Love Without Borders

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Getting married was always part of our plan — we just didn’t expect to do it from opposite sides of the world.

When you’re in a long-distance relationship, especially here 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 say “I do” over Zoom — for real.

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 submitted our documents and filled out a quick form.
• We reserved our wedding time with an officiant who was licensed for online ceremonies.
• We invited our loved ones 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 home office. My spouse-to-be said it from their country overseas.

It was emotional. It was easy. And it was ours.

The officiant made it feel official. The ceremony was short but meaningful. And we received our legal 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 approved it — no issues at all.

If you’re trying to make your relationship official from afar, 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 vows.

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