A destination wedding can be pure magic. But when it comes to making your marriage legal from wherever you say "I do"? That’s where things can get complicated fast.
Between foreign marriage laws, paperwork in another language, and waiting for official certificates, the legal side of a destination wedding can feel like a full-time job. The good news? There’s an easier way to make sure your “I do” is valid everywhere, without the stress.
Why Destination Wedding Legalities Are So Tricky
Here’s the thing: every country has its own marriage laws, and they don’t always match up with U.S. or international requirements. Common hurdles include:
Even if you manage to say “I do” abroad, you might face delays — or even find out your marriage isn’t legally valid where you live.
The Stress-Free Solution
With Get Vowed, you can handle the legal part of your wedding online — from anywhere in the world. That means:
Your Wedding, Your Way
Whether you’re tying the knot in Italy, hosting a beachfront celebration in Bali, or planning a cozy ceremony in your backyard before heading overseas, Get Vowed makes sure your marriage is official.
So instead of stressing over paperwork, you can focus on what really matters: celebrating your love story, your way.
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Sources
Utah County Government: https://www.utahcounty.gov/
U.S. Department of State: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/while-abroad/marriage-abroad.html
USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com
Between foreign marriage laws, paperwork in another language, and waiting for official certificates, the legal side of a destination wedding can feel like a full-time job. The good news? There’s an easier way to make sure your “I do” is valid everywhere, without the stress.
Why Destination Wedding Legalities Are So Tricky
Here’s the thing: every country has its own marriage laws, and they don’t always match up with U.S. or international requirements. Common hurdles include:
- Residency requirements (some countries make you stay for days or even weeks before marrying)
- Needing local witnesses or special officiants
- Long processing times for official certificates
- Complicated translations and notarizations for legal recognition back home
Even if you manage to say “I do” abroad, you might face delays — or even find out your marriage isn’t legally valid where you live.
The Stress-Free Solution
With Get Vowed, you can handle the legal part of your wedding online — from anywhere in the world. That means:
- A valid U.S. marriage license (from Utah County, recognized across the U.S.)
- No residency requirements or in-person appointments
- Paperwork handled quickly, so you’re legally married before you even step onto the plane
- Freedom to have your dream ceremony abroad without worrying if it “counts” back home
Your Wedding, Your Way
Whether you’re tying the knot in Italy, hosting a beachfront celebration in Bali, or planning a cozy ceremony in your backyard before heading overseas, Get Vowed makes sure your marriage is official.
So instead of stressing over paperwork, you can focus on what really matters: celebrating your love story, your way.
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Sources
Utah County Government: https://www.utahcounty.gov/
U.S. Department of State: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/while-abroad/marriage-abroad.html
USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com