A big wedding is expensive, and most couples today can’t afford to throw one. In fact, in 2020, the average cost of a wedding was about $20,000. Newlyweds would be better off using this money for more important things, like buying a new home or car. Unsurprisingly, many couples are now turning to legal online marriage to get married without having to spend a fortune. Legal online marriage is also highly convenient and easy to plan. If you’re looking to start a new chapter with someone special, but you don’t want to go the conventional route, this is the perfect choice for you.
Online Legal Marriage is Real
Prior to 2020, getting legally married online was almost impossible. A very small number of county clerks would allow a “marriage by proxy.” It was only permitted in extremely limited circumstances, such as when one of the parties was active duty military and deployed overseas.
Necessity is the mother of invention, however, and the COVID-19 pandemic created the perfect circumstances for legal online marriage to become a reality. Thanks to a combination of updated marriage laws and modern technology, it’s now possible to be legally married online. Our Get Married Online package makes this process even easier.
Is it Legal to Get Married Online?
The laws regarding legal marriage are determined by the jurisdiction (state, county, or city) which issues the marriage license. Marriage laws vary state-by-state, and even county-by-county in many cases. Therefore, it’s best to check with your local laws prior to making a decision.
If a state, county, or city government is willing to issue and honor marriage licenses for online marriages, and the law allows for it, then those marriages are 100% legal. In the United States, a legal marriage performed in one jurisdiction is recognized as legal in all jurisdictions. Essentially, this means you can be legally married in one state, and your marriage will be considered legal in every other state. This is also true if your legal marriage was conducted online. In states that allow for online weddings, there is no real difference between the legality of in-person marriages vs. online marriages.
Get Married Online Legally
The, fastest, easiest way to be legally married online is by using our Get Married Online package. When you work with us, you won’t have to spend months researching venues, coordinators and vendors. Simply book your marriage date with our online scheduler and apply for your marriage license using the online link we send you. Excluding the cost of your marriage license, our package is priced at an affordable rate of $499. For only $100 more, a professional officiant can perform a full ceremony that is customized to suit your preferences.
On the day of your wedding, the signing service or ceremony will take place through a web video conference link. After getting married, you’ll receive a hard copy of your marriage license within a few weeks. Rush shipping is available upon request with an added fee. Extra charges will also apply to any supplementary services you choose.
Our Eligibility Requirements for Legal Online Marriage
Our goal is to make marriage accessible for all, but there are some requirements we must put in place for legal online marriage. Before you choose to get married online, we encourage you to look over our mandatory prerequisites:
- Both parties need to be over 18 years old
- Both parties must possess a valid photo ID or passport
- Both parties need to have separate e-mail addresses
- Spouses cannot be related by blood; however, laws do vary state-by-state
- If one party has been divorced within the last 60 days, you must present a divorce decree before we can approve your marriage
- Both parties should be comfortable with Internet technology
- Both parties must be able to read and respond to written instructions in English or receive help with translation
- Both parties need access to a device with a camera and a reliable Internet connection
- Both parties need to appear in person at the online web conference; no substitutes or replacements will be allowed
It’s important to remember that laws regarding legal online marriage change frequently. Always check with your state, county, or city government to determine if online marriage is legal in your area.
Can Immigrants Get Married Online?
We want all couples to be able to get married online legally if that is their wish. For that reason, we’re also proud to offer this option to individuals going through an immigration case. Our immigration attorney will sit down with you for a free, 30-minute consultation to assess your marriage options. Get in touch with us today to find out more about this unique service.
Contact Us to Learn More About Legal Online Marriage
With online marriage, you can get married online legally and securely, in a short amount of time. Our Get Married Online package allows couples to be legally married in the United States from anywhere in the world via web video conference, even if they aren’t in the same location. Our signature legal online marriage package offers the best options based on your unique circumstances and preferences. Simply answer a few questions, and we’ll take care of the rest! Get started by filling out this quick form or give us a call at (202)-810-2201.