Online Marriage For LGBTQ+ Couples
There’s finally a hassle free solution for getting married in the LGBTQ+ community
Is our LGBTQ+ marriage recognized throughout the US?
Yes! While the marriage is facilitated entirely through the state of Utah, the marriage is recognized in all 50 states as a United States marriage. This is possible through the Full Faith and Credit Clause, which requires that every state recognize marriages that are legally conducted according to the specific laws and regulations of the state and county where they took place. Distant Weddings will ensure you abide by the rules, so your marriage is successfully recognized in all 50 states.
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We’ve had the opportunity to marry countless amazing couples from the LGBTQ+ community.
Is our LGBTQ+ marriage recognized in other countries?
Your same-sex marriage can currently be recognized in 35 other countries, with more to come that are rapidly joining the list.
Below is a list of the countries currently recognizing LGTBQ+ marriages, and the timeline of when they first started recognizing same-sex marriage.
Here are 3 pivotal moments of how the legality of LGBTQ+ marriages evolved.
2001: The Netherlands became the first country to recognize same-sex marriage.
2004: The first legal same-sex marriage in the United States took place in Massachusetts.
2015: The recognition of same-sex marriage became valid in all 50 states, allowing same-sex partners to have the same rights as heterosexual partners.
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Common Questions
Yes, all of our officiants are based out of Utah. They are each recognized throughout the US as US officiants.
You need to have a valid ID. Oftentimes this is a passport, or a drivers license (military ID cards work as well). However, it can additionally be an ID card that has a profile image as well as your DOB.
No, you don’t need to be physically together. You can be in different locations, different states, or even different countries on opposite ends of the world.
Yes! By all means, this is YOUR special day. Whether you have a lot to say, or nothing at all – the choice is yours.
No, it is not required. Ring exchange is 100% optional.
Yes, we do offer a payment plan on the $299 package. The payment can be split into 4-12 separate payments through Klarna or Afterpay.
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No, the marriage certificate does not say online, and won’t have any mention that it was done virtually. It’s a normal US marriage certificate, recognized in all 50 states.
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The marriage will be registered right after your ceremony. This takes about 5-15 minutes, and is valid immediately once registered.
The answer is yes, you can print the digital copy of the marriage certificate. It’s exactly the same as the physical copy, but sent to you digitally so you can print or use it however you’d like.
The marriage certificate is issued from the state of Utah, and it is recognized and legal in all 50 states.
