Is it a problem if we don’t have a wedding ceremony?

USCIS does not require a wedding ceremony only a legal marriage certificate from a recognized authority.

A wedding ceremony without a legal marriage license does not count for immigration purposes.

If you’ve only done a religious or cultural ceremony, make sure to register it legally before filing immigration forms.

The key for immigration is proving that your marriage is bona fide meaning it’s real and not just for a green card.