Is Online Marriage Legal?
Yes! Get legally married online from anywhere in the world. Your marriage is recognized in all 50 US states and 123+ countries.
Officially Recorded in Utah County Courts
Your marriage license is issued and recorded by Utah County, Utah – recognized in all 50 US states and internationally with an Apostille.
Made Legal in 2020
During COVID-19, Utah County promised to "bring the Clerk's office into the 21st century" and created a fully digital marriage process.
100% Online Process
Apply for your license, have your ceremony, and receive your certificate – all completely over the web. No office visit required.
Thousands of Couples
Since 2020, thousands of couples have gotten legally married online despite distance, travel restrictions, and office closures.
Permanent Law
What started as a pandemic solution is now permanent law. Online marriage is here to stay and fully recognized nationwide.
How It Works
Get Your Marriage License
Apply online for your Utah marriage license. Complete the entire process digitally – no office visit required.
Join Your Ceremony
Get married via Zoom with a licensed officiant in under 15 minutes. You, your partner, and 2 witnesses join from anywhere in the world.
Receive Your Certificate
Digital copy in 24 hours, physical copy mailed within 2 weeks. Legally recognized in all 50 states and internationally.
For a complete walkthrough, see how virtual marriage works.
Requirements
- Both must be 18+ years old
- 2 witnesses required (18+ years old)
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Long Distance? No Problem
You and your spouse can join the Zoom ceremony while located in different states and/or countries.
Any Country in the World
You can get married from any country in the world and be a citizen of any country.
Recognized in All 50 States
Your legal US marriage will be recorded in Utah courts – recognized nationwide.
International Recognition
Get an Apostille to have your marriage certificate recognized in 123+ countries.
What Happens After Your Ceremony
Recorded in Utah Courts
Your officiant finalizes your license & your marriage is officially recorded.
Digital Certificate
Receive your marriage certificate via email within 24 hours.
Physical Copy Mailed
Official certificate ships to you within 2 weeks.
International Recognition
Add an Apostille for recognition in 123+ countries.
Questions about legal requirements? hello@virtualmarriage.com
Official Partner
Immigration & Visa Support
Need help with spouse visa applications after your marriage? Our partner RelocateLegal specializes in immigration law and can guide you through the visa process.
Legal US Marriage
Officially recognized in all 50 states and 128+ countries worldwide.
License from the Courts
Your marriage license is issued from Utah County courts – recorded and legally recognized nationwide.
Yes, It's Really Official
Legal US marriage certificate. Your marriage has the same legal standing as any in-person ceremony.
100% Happiness Guarantee
Full refund if you decide not to get married or license isn't approved for any reason.
Your marriage will be officially recognized in all 50 states:
...and legally recognized in 128 countries with our Apostille service.
Real Virtual Wedding Stories
See how couples from around the world got legally married online
Mia & Ty
South Korea & Louisiana
“I'm stationed in South Korea & he's in Louisiana. We're both military & wanted to get married. This website made it so easy to get married even with our 14 hour time difference.”
Alexa & Jesse
International
“Everything was so simple and smooth. Our parents are living in different countries so thanks to VirtualMarriage we were able to have a meaningful ceremony with both our parents.”
Ben & Rayna
Oregon
“Getting married online let us focus on what truly matters - our love and our growing family. The ceremony was intimate, beautiful, and surrounded by loved ones.”
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Join thousands of couples who have gotten legally married online. Simple, fast, and completely legal.
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