We love, Remotely
The "Utah Loophole" refers to Utah County, Utah's remote marriage licensing and online wedding system, which legally permits couples worldwide to obtain a marriage license and tie the knot completely online via video conference without residency or citizenship requirements.
No Residency or Citizenship:
Neither partner needs to live in or be a citizen of the United States.
Virtual Ceremonies:
The entire ceremony can be conducted remotely over video, provided the officiant is registered in Utah County and the couple and witnesses are virtually present.
Legal Recognition:
Because Utah County explicitly accommodates digital applications and remote video solemnization under state marriage statutes, the resulting marriage certificate is legally binding and internationally recognized.
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Booking a Your Decentralized Wedding with Just Existing
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Couples can leverage this framework to get married virtually with a Just Existing officiant.
Step 1:
Coordinate the Officiant. Email justexisting.online@gmail.com to get matched with an available Just Existing Officiant who is authorized to solemnize marriages under Utah jurisdiction. Subject "Spouse 1/Spouse 2 Remote Wedding" to assist with processing your request.
Step 2:
Apply for the Utah County Marriage License. Both partners fill out the online application via the Utah County Clerk’s Office website. There are no blood tests or in-person appearances required.
Step 3:
Schedule the Virtual Ceremony & Select a Package. Coordinate the video link with your Just Existing Officiant for the day of the ceremony and choose from transparent pricing tiers based on your needs, ranging from $250–$300 for a Quick Legal service to $350–$450 for a Standard Custom ceremony, plus a separate $70 to $71 Utah County license fee. Ensure you have two online witnesses present as required by the state.
Step 4:
Finalize Documentation. Following the digital ceremony, the officiant signs off on the license electronically through the Utah County portal, and the official marriage certificate is issued shortly after.