Getting married was always part of our plan — we just didn’t expect to do it from separate countries.

When you’re in a relationship separated by distance, especially with military deployment, everything gets more complicated. Visa issues, 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 get married online.

At 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 click here paperwork — and they’re even accepted in other countries.

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 apartment. My fiancé said it from their temporary station.

It was emotional. It was simple. And it was ours.

The officiant walked us through the process. The ceremony was short but meaningful. 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 insurance updates, and every agency has approved it — no issues at all.

If you’re dealing with distance, don’t wait. Online marriage is real, and it’s a modern way to start your future — even if you’re not in the same place.

We’re proof that weddings don’t need venues — and that what matters most is the vows.