Process FAQs: How Online Marriage Works from Start to Finish

This page answers frequently asked questions about how the ceremony works, timelines, requirements, and what happens before and after your online wedding.

Yes. One of the most unique benefits of online marriage is that both partners do not need to be in the same physical location. As long as both are present live via video during the ceremony, have valid identification, and have completed their profile and license application, you can be married across states, countries, or continents — legally and officially.

The state authority requires: valid photo identification for both parties (U.S. or foreign passports, driver's licenses, etc.), full legal names, birthdates, and residential information, a clear recent photo (for verification), and consent to marry, attested digitally during the application. We provide prompts and support throughout the process to help avoid delays.

Once your license is approved and your ceremony scheduled, your dashboard will display your personal Zoom link, ceremony date and time (automatically adjusted to your timezone), and officiant contact info. We also send email reminders 24 hours and 1 hour before the ceremony.

Yes. Though every online wedding we offer is legally binding and officiated professionally, you're encouraged to personalize your moment: write your own vows, request cultural, religious, or spiritual elements, include guests or family in short greetings, and choose your ceremony language (based on officiant availability). Let us know your preferences at least 24 hours in advance.

Immediately after the Zoom ceremony, the officiant signs your license digitally and submits it to the county clerk. The clerk records and finalizes your marriage certificate. You receive confirmation via email once it's complete. From there, you'll be able to download a digital copy of your certificate, request mailed certified copies, and order an apostille (if needed for international use).

Your marriage certificate functions identically to one issued from an in-person wedding. You'll use it to apply for a new Social Security card, update your name at the DMV, change names on financial accounts, and apply for passport name change or renewal. Each institution may have its own process, but all accept legal marriage certificates issued by Utah County.

Yes. Our platform is frequently used by U.S. citizens abroad, couples from different countries, and non-U.S. residents looking for legally valid American marriage documentation. As long as both partners can attend the Zoom ceremony, upload their valid IDs, and communicate in English (or request language support in advance), you can be married legally and remotely.

If you intend to use your marriage certificate in a country outside the U.S., you'll likely need an apostille. This internationally recognized stamp authenticates the document for legal and civil use abroad. We help you request an apostille from the issuing state and can advise on timelines and usage.

Definitely! Many couples invite parents, siblings, and extended family, friends, colleagues, or spiritual mentors, and even pets and children for a family-inclusive celebration. There's no limit to who can join the Zoom link. Some couples also livestream their ceremony or record it to share later.