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 different time zones.

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 overwhelming.

We wanted to start our life together. But a traditional wedding just check here wasn’t an option.

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

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 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 reserved our wedding time with an officiant who was licensed for online ceremonies.
• We invited our closest friends and family 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 partner said it from their temporary station.

It was unforgettable. It was easy. And it was ours.

The officiant made it feel official. The ceremony was short but meaningful. And we received our official marriage certificate immediately — no courthouse, no plane tickets, no headaches.

Since then, we’ve used our online marriage to handle immigration documents, 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 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 person on the other end of the call.

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