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 separate countries.

When you’re in a long-distance relationship, especially with military deployment, 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 get married online.

At first, we thought it was some kind of loophole. But after researching, we learned that states like Utah offer fully virtual marriages — with a licensed officiant more info 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 reserved 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 joined the call, said our vows, and just like that — we were married.

I said “I do” from my apartment. My partner said it from their military base.

It was real. It was stress-free. And it was ours.

The officiant made it feel official. 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 joint bank accounts, and every agency has approved it — no issues at all.

If you’re dealing with distance, don’t wait. Online marriage is recognized, and it’s a modern 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.

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