WORLD

Couples across the world using Utah County Clerk’s Office to get married

Oct 12, 2022, 3:31 PM
The Utah County Clerk Passports and Marriage office is pictured...
The Utah County Passports and Marriage Office is pictured in Provo, Utah. (Utah County Clerk's Office)
(Utah County Clerk's Office)

PROVO, Utah — Couples from around the world have been turning to the Utah County Clerk’s Office for virtual marriages since the beginning of the pandemic.

Utah County Clerk Auditor Josh Daniels said that every single day, he is able to watch people’s lives change for the better because of the county’s virtual marriage license offerings.

The clerk’s office can perform legitimate marriages over a video call through virtual marriage licenses. They are available to couples anywhere in the world for about $150.

“Every day there are stories of couples who are undergoing a variety of challenges and this is a miracle for them,” Daniels said.

An additional perk of this program is that it provides an opportunity for same-sex couples to marry even if it’s illegal in their home country.

“No surprise they’ll come to our community where our office is ready to serve them through that remote appearance.”

People from around the globe have used this service here in Utah.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if most countries on Earth are represented in those that have come through our office remotely.”

Daniels said the program has been valuable for so many people. Couples kept apart by war or impacted by emergencies were able to marry through the clerk’s office’s program.

In a TikTok, the Utah County Passports and Marriages Office showcased one couple, who used its services to get married after their wedding was delayed by the pandemic.

@utahmarriageclerk Meet Black and Annie! They were married in April, and we asked how they met! How did you and your partner meet? #ldr#marriage#fyp#utahcounty ♬ original sound – Utah County Marriage Licenses

 

Related: BYU study finds role-modeling, hands-on learning most effective financial education for kids

We want to hear from you.

Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.

Today’s Top Stories

World

The exterior of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Conference Center.  Boyd Matheson o...
Mark Jones

Church leaders travel the world ministering to all people

Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson discusses the travels of church leaders as they are out ministering to all people around the world.
2 days ago
FILE - In this March 31, 2018, file photo, The Mormon Tabernacle Choir perform during the twice-ann...
Mark Jones

Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square will be joined by international singers this weekend

The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square will be joined by international singers during the 193rd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
2 days ago
former president donald trump is pictured...
MICHAEL R. SISAK, COLLEEN LONG and WILL WEISSERT

AP sources: Trump facing at least 1 felony charge in NY case

He will be formally arrested and arraigned next Tuesday in his hush money case, court officials said.
2 days ago
The Minneapolis City Council on Friday approved an agreement with the state to revamp policing, nea...
STEVE KARNOWSKI Associated Press

Minneapolis leaders to revamp policing in light of George Floyd’s death

Minnesota began investigating its police after Derek Chauvin, a white police officer, knelt on George Floyd's neck for 9 1/2 minutes.
2 days ago
Russia’s security service has arrested an American reporter for The Wall Street Journal on espion...
The Associated Press

Russia arrests Wall Street Journal reporter on spying charge

It's the first time a U.S. correspondent has been detained on spying accusations since the Cold War.
2 days ago
Former President Donald Trump speaks with reporters while in flight on his plane after a campaign r...
MICHAEL R. SISAK, ERIC TUCKER and COLLEEN LONG Associated Press

Donald Trump indicted; expected to surrender early next week

Charges stem from payments made during the 2016 presidential campaign to silence claims of an extramarital sexual encounter.
2 days ago

Sponsored Articles

Cheerful young woman writing an assignment while sitting at desk between two classmates during clas...
BYU EMBA at the Marriott School of Business

Hear it Firsthand: 6 Students Share Their Executive MBA Experience at BYU’s Marriott School of Business

The Executive MBA program at BYU offers great opportunities. Hear experiences straight from students enrolled in the program.
Skier being towed by a rider on a horse. Skijoring....
Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Looking for a new winter activity? Try skijoring in Bear Lake

Skijoring is when someone on skis is pulled by a horse, dog, animal, or motor vehicle. The driver leads the skiers through an obstacle course over jumps, hoops, and gates.
Banner with Cervical Cancer Awareness Realistic Ribbon...
Intermountain Health

Five common causes of Cervical Cancer – and what you can do to lower your risk

January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness month and cancer experts at Intermountain Health are working to educate women about cervical cancer.
Kid holding a cisco fish at winterfest...
Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Get ready for fun at the 2023 Bear Lake Monster Winterfest

The Bear Lake Monster Winterfest is an annual weekend event jam-packed full of fun activities the whole family can enjoy.
happy friends with sparklers at christmas dinner...
Macey's

15 easy Christmas dinner ideas

We’ve scoured the web for you and narrowed down a few of our favorite Christmas dinner ideas to make your planning easy.
Spicy Homemade Loaded Taters Tots...
Macey's

5 Game Day Snacks for the Whole Family (with recipes!)

Try these game day snacks to make watching football at home with your family feel like a special occasion. 
Couples across the world using Utah County Clerk’s Office to get married