How Military Couples Are Getting Married Online—Fast, Legal, and Fully Accepted by DEERS & IPAC

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When you’re in the military, time is never on your side. Between deployments, training, changing duty stations, and unpredictable schedules, finding time to get married the traditional way can feel almost impossible. That’s exactly why Virtual Same Day Marriage was created—to help military couples like you tie the knot quickly, legally, and without the courthouse hassle.

We’re a small business based in the U.S., and we’ve proudly helped hundreds of military couples get legally married online through a simple Zoom ceremony—with U.S. marriage certificates accepted by DEERS, IPAC, and even base command.

Why More Military Couples Are Choosing Online Weddings

When you’re up against orders, time zones, and physical distance, flexibility is everything. With our online marriage service, there’s no need to wait months for a marriage license appointment or coordinate leave with your command.

Whether your partner is in another state or another country, you can get married from wherever you both are. All you need is an internet connection and about 15 minutes.

Here’s How It Works

We’ve simplified the process to make it as fast and stress-free as possible:

  1. Order Your Marriage PackageStart here to choose the package that’s right for your needs, whether you need a same-day ceremony or plan ahead.

  2. Complete the Marriage Application – We’ll guide you through submitting your information to the county clerk to obtain your legal marriage license.

  3. Schedule Your Zoom CeremonySee exactly how the process works with our step-by-step guide.

  4. Get Married Online – One of our certified officiants will conduct your ceremony over Zoom, and you’ll be legally married—no courthouse, no travel, no delays.

  5. Receive Your Marriage Certificate – You’ll receive a digital certified copy via email within minutes of your ceremony. Then we’ll ship your official physical certificate by mail—usually arriving within 1–2 business days, depending on your shipping selection.

100% Legal & Accepted by DEERS and IPAC

We get this question a lot, and it’s completely valid:
“Will DEERS and IPAC accept this marriage certificate?”
The answer is: Absolutely. Your official U.S. marriage certificate is fully recognized by military systems including DEERS, IPAC, and Pass & ID.

In fact, many of our couples use this official checklist from Camp Pendleton to add their new spouse after marriage. It clearly shows what’s needed—and your marriage certificate from us checks all the boxes.


FAQ for Military Couples

Q: Is this type of marriage really legal and recognized by the military?
Yes. You’ll be issued a U.S. marriage certificate from a county clerk, just like you would if you had gone to the courthouse. It’s accepted by DEERS, IPAC, and command for adding your spouse to benefits.

Q: Can we get married if one of us is deployed or stationed overseas?
Yes! As long as both of you have internet access and valid photo ID, we can legally marry you over Zoom—even if you’re stationed in different locations around the world.

Q: How quickly can I get my marriage certificate?
You’ll receive a digital certified copy within minutes of your Zoom ceremony, and a physical copy via mail in 1–2 business days depending on the shipping option selected.

Q: Can I use this marriage certificate to enroll my spouse in DEERS and TRICARE?
Yes. Once you’re married, you can follow this checklist to get your spouse added to DEERS and enrolled in benefits.

Q: I still have questions. Can I talk to someone?
Of course. We’re a small team and we’re here to help. Contact us here and we’ll be happy to walk you through any part of the process.


If you’re ready to move forward, just click here to start your marriage package. We’re proud to help those who serve and make the marriage process as smooth and fast as possible for military couples.

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