From Miles Apart to Married Online — Our Story

From Miles Apart to Married Online — Our Story

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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 military deployment, everything gets more complicated. Time zones, travel restrictions, planning — even picking a date can feel stressful.

We wanted to start here our life together. But a traditional wedding just kept falling through.

Then we found out we could say “I do” over Zoom — for real.

At first, we thought it was only symbolic. But after researching, we learned that states like Utah legally support 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 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 apartment. My fiancé said it from their country overseas.

It was emotional. 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 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 accepted it — no issues at all.

If you’re dealing with distance, don’t wait. Online marriage is real, and it’s a beautiful 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 commitment.

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