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 relationship separated by distance, especially with military deployment, everything gets more complicated. Paperwork, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel impossible.

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 first, we thought it was too good to be true. But after here 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 uploaded our IDs 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 partner said it from their country overseas.

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

The officiant walked us through the process. The ceremony was intimate and sweet. And we received our legal marriage certificate immediately — 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 trying to make your relationship official from afar, don’t wait. Online marriage is legal, and it’s a beautiful 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.

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