Courtly is the leader in online marriage—making it possible for any couple around the world to get legally married online, 24/7. From obtaining a marriage license to performing the ceremony, Courtly is bringing the aisle online for couples in the 21st century—regardless of their nationality, sexuality, or physical location.
Courtly’s standard marriage package includes a valid marriage license, online ceremony, and legal, US marriage certificate for just $499.
With Courtly, couples can complete the entire process online—from anywhere in the world. It’s pain-free, paper-free, and typically takes less than 48 hours to receive a legal, US marriage certificate. Here’s how it works:First, using our secure ID verification system, our concierge will guide you through obtaining your license. We’ll check for any errors and work with the government to make sure everything’s ready for your big day.Next, pick a time and date, and we’ll match you with one of our legally certified US officiants from the Courtly network.Finally, get married via webcam—from the comfort of your own home (or anywhere you like that has a stable internet connection!). The actual ceremony should take less than fifteen minutes.Within 24 hours of your online ceremony, you’ll receive a digital copy of your US marriage certificate, and a paper copy will be mailed to you within the next few business days.That’s it! Congratulations, you’re married!
Nope! We’ve successfully and legally married many couples where one partner is in one country and the other is thousands of miles away!
Any consenting adult who is 1) 18 or older, 2) not currently married, and 3) hasn’t been divorced in the last 60 days. All you need is a valid government ID, a webcam, and a stable internet connection.
Courtly cannot and does not provide legal advice in the areas of international marriage law or immigration.While remote appearance ceremonies that are hosted by an officiant on Courtly are legal according to US law, their acceptance by foreign governments or immigration officials is beyond our control.Please contact the officials in your jurisdiction or an immigration or family law attorney to determine the legal status of your remote appearance wedding and any additional steps or documents you may need for recognition.
Yes, it is. As of 2020, getting married online is 100% legal in the US through Utah. Now, people around the world can get married completely online. There’s no need to put ink to paper or step foot in the courthouse to get a legal, US marriage certificate!
Courtly is operational 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days a year.
No problem! We are happy to provide two witnesses for $50. Please head over to the Courtly pricing page for additional information.
Yes, you can! However, this is entirely optional and not legally required in order to get a valid US marriage certificate.
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Each applicant needs to upload a government-issued ID that clearly shows his or her name and date of birth. Our online system can automatically verify most driver's licenses and passports. If our system doesn't recognize your ID, please email hello@courtly.com.
No! Your marriage records and documents will not say “online.” The US government does not distinguish between marriages performed in-person and those performed virtually.
An Apostille is a special certificate, issued by the Secretary of State or the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, that allows a legal document created in one country to be recognized in another country. An apostille ensures that your marriage certificate is considered legal, verifiably authentic, and acceptable in any of the countries that agreed to be part of The Hague Apostille Convention of 1961. If you want your marriage to be registered and/or recognized in a country outside of the United States, you may need this. To include an apostille in your application, visit our Pricing Page to learn more.
Every officiant on the Courtly platform is legally certified and undergoes a rigorous screening process and training program.
At this time, applications are only available to officiants based in Utah. Please visit our Officiant Page to learn more about joining the Courtly platform—we can’t wait to hear from you! Not in Utah? We're adding new states to the Courtly platform as quickly as we can. Add your name to our waiting list, and we'll let you know when your state is live on our platform.
Courtly is not a law firm or a substitute for an attorney or law firm. Neither we, nor our officiants, are licensed to provide any legal advice. While we provide general information throughout the website, neither Courtly nor any of our officiants can provide any kind of advice, opinion, or recommendation about your specific legal situation or rights, including whether or not any particular document will be accepted by foreign governments or immigration officials. Please consult with your own legal counsel on your specific situation and any legal questions you might have.
Great question! At Courtly, we are serious about safeguarding your privacy (and ours, too—each of our founders have gotten married online using this same process)! Please visit our Privacy Policy to learn how Courtly defends your privacy and secures your data.
We offer a full refund up until your marriage license has been registered, which normally happens in 72 hours or less after payment. We offer partial refunds depending on the circumstances of the request for the next 30 days. We do not offer refunds after 30 days of payment.
