Being on active duty presents numerous challenges for couples who want to get married. An uncertain schedule, deployment, and timing all make it hard to schedule a wedding
Happily, Vows and Beyond has the perfect solution. We perform legal, valid online marriages to make the hurdle of being in the military no longer an issue.
Our three-step process can be completed anywhere with an internet connection, and you don’t even have to be in the same location to apply and get married.
From quick wedding options to understanding military marriage rules, these guides cover the essentials. Learn how to get your license online, understand legal paperwork, and choose the perfect way to say “I do.”
A remote marriage for military personnel is appealing due to the nature of military service. Many uncertainties make scheduling a traditional wedding a challenging task. Obstacles like:
Browse our calendar to select a date and time that works best for you. Our online booking system is easy to use and can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection.
After your booking is confirmed, you'll receive a simple application that takes about 10 to 20 minutes to complete. You can fill it out from any location, and then we will take care of all the legal paperwork to make sure it is properly submitted to the state of Utah.
On your wedding day, simply log in to your virtual ceremony via Zoom or any other video platform, and our professional officiant will guide you through the ceremony.
Once your ceremony is complete, your legal marriage certificate will be issued instantly and securely. You will also receive a paper copy within 3-10 business days.
An online or proxy marriage for military personnel is legal because Utah’s laws only require the officiant to be physically present in Utah for it to be a legal marriage. This is why we use the state of Utah.
Military benefits: An online wedding for a deployed soldier allows the spouse to gain access to military benefits.
For DFAS, the VA, and USCIS, as long as the marriage is legally recognized by the state where it was performed, it is legal.
In the case of immigration, a crucial requirement is that the married couple must demonstrate that the marriage was consummated through travel documents, photographs, etc.
Whether you’re planning a quick ceremony, navigating legal steps, or exploring unique marriage options, our guides are here to help. Take the first step toward your special day with confidence.
Yes, as long as it is a valid marriage, you can then follow military protocol to receive benefits.
Yes, our virtual weddings do not require couples to be together during the ceremony. As long as you both attend virtually, it is a valid marriage.
Yes, our online weddings are legally valid marriages.
Each person needs a valid, government-issued ID that shows their full name, date of birth, and a clear photograph.
Vows and Beyond has made many couples’ dreams come true with their easy, personalized virtual weddings.
Don’t let distance or deployment stand in the way of your future together. Begin our quick, legal, and fully recognized online marriage process now — and take the first step toward your new life as a married couple.
