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Why More Couples Choose Online Marriage in Utah Instead of Traveling Abroad
Many couples compare Online Marriage in Utah with traditional marriage trips to Cyprus, Georgia or the Czech Republic. While both options provide an official marriage certificate, the online process eliminates flights, hotels and time away from work. This is one of the main reasons why Online Marriage in Utah has become increasingly popular among couples living in Israel.
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Instead of spending several days abroad, couples can complete the entire process from home through Zoom. After the ceremony, they receive an official Utah Marriage Certificate that can be apostilled and used for legal and administrative purposes. The combination of convenience, affordability and legal recognition makes this option attractive for both Israeli and international couples.
Here is a fact that surprises people outside Israel and surprises no one inside it: there is no civil marriage in Israel. Not “difficult.” Not “expensive.” Simply does not exist for a large portion of the population.
You can register a startup in ten minutes. You can pay your municipal taxes online at midnight. You can renew your passport without leaving your apartment. But if you want to get married without a rabbi, a priest, or a religious institution — the state of Israel offers you exactly one option: leave the country.
Or it did. Until March 7, 2023.
That day, the Israeli Supreme Court — BAGATZ — issued a ruling that changed marriage in Israel for thousands of couples permanently. The Ministry of Interior was ordered to register marriages performed online via the State of Utah (USA) on the same basis as marriages performed physically in Cyprus, Prague, or Georgia. No departure stamp required. No proof of travel. Just the document.
A.R.Immigrealty has been working in the field of civil marriages for Israeli couples since 2019. For our first four years, we organized physical weddings abroad — Cyprus, Prague, Georgia, Ukraine. We knew every document, every apostille requirement, every MVI processing quirk by heart. When the Supreme Court ruling came in March 2023, we did not need to learn the system. We simply removed the airplane from the equation.
Since then: 300+ online marriages in Utah. Zero MVI rejections on properly prepared documents. Rating 5.0 on Google from 50 verified reviews. Price: ₪ 1,980 fixed, everything included.
This is the complete guide to marriage in Israel in 2026 — legal, practical, and honest.
Why Marriage in Israel Is Complicated: The Legal Reality
To understand why online marriage in Utah became the solution, you need to understand the problem. Not as a complaint — as a fact.
The Law on Jurisdiction in Marriage and Divorce, passed by the Knesset in 1953, transferred all marriage registration to religious institutions. Jews marry through the rabbinate. Muslims through the sharia court. Christians through church institutions. No secular alternative exists inside the country.
In 2026, this creates an impossible situation for a substantial portion of the population.
According to the Central Bureau of Statistics of Israel, approximately 9,200 couples annually cannot register marriage through the standard domestic path. That is roughly one in seven couples wishing to marry in Israel. The specific groups affected:
Mixed couples where one partner is not Jewish — the rabbinate refuses automatically, without discussion, without exceptions. This is the largest single group seeking civil marriage without rabbinate. By our agency’s statistics, 61% of clients fall into this category.
Immigrants from the former USSR whose Jewish status is not confirmed under halachic law. The rabbinate demands a certificate from a rabbi in the country of origin confirming Jewish background. In 2026, obtaining such a document from Russia or Ukraine is practically impossible.
Secular couples who are both eligible for rabbinate marriage but reject it on principle. The Guttman Institute survey of 2023 found that 43% of Jewish Israelis identify as fully non-religious. These couples want civil marriage without rabbinate — full stop.
Same-sex couples for whom every religious institution in Israel is closed. Israel has recognized foreign same-sex marriages since 2006 following the Supreme Court ruling, but no domestic registration path exists. Online marriage in Utah — where same-sex marriage has been legal since the Obergefell v. Hodges ruling in 2015 — is for many the only realistic path.
Foreign nationals residing in Israel who need official marriage status as the legal foundation for StuPro — the stepwise legalization procedure for foreign spouses.
Before 2023, every one of these couples had the same answer: buy a ticket. Since March 2023, they have a different option.
The Legal Foundation: Why Online Marriage in Utah Works in Israel
This section matters. Many couples arrive with the question “is this really legal?” — and they deserve a precise answer, not marketing reassurance.
The answer rests on four legal pillars.
Pillar one: Israeli domestic law. The Law on Jurisdiction in Marriage and Divorce (1953) establishes the principle that marriage performed abroad under the laws of the country where it was performed is recognized by Israeli law in full. This principle has existed for 73 years. The BAGATZ ruling of 2023 extended it to remote marriages — it did not create a new law. It clarified that existing law applies to the Utah online format.
Pillar two: The Funk-Schlesinger precedent. In 1963, the Israeli Supreme Court ruled in the Funk-Schlesinger case that civil marriage without rabbinate registered abroad carries full legal force in Israel. This precedent has been upheld without exception for 63 years. It is the bedrock on which every Cyprus marriage, every Prague marriage, and every Utah marriage in Israel rests.
Pillar three: BAGATZ ruling, March 7, 2023. The Supreme Court explicitly ordered the Ministry of Interior to register couples who married via Utah’s online civil ceremony in the same general procedure applied to any foreign marriage certificate bearing a proper apostille. As reported by the Times of Israel, the Court’s logic was direct: registrars are not empowered to evaluate complex legal questions when presented with an authenticated foreign public document. They must register. The format of the ceremony — Zoom versus in-person — is irrelevant to the document’s validity.
Pillar four: American federal law. Utah Code §81-2-3, amended in 2020, authorizes fully remote marriage ceremonies where both partners participate via video link and the licensed officiant is physically present in Utah at the time of the ceremony. Utah is currently the only U.S. state that permits this format at scale for international couples. Utah Office of Vital Records registers the marriage and issues an official U.S. government marriage certificate — the same type of document as if the couple had appeared in person in Salt Lake City.
Ministry of Interior Instruction 2.11.0005 closes the loop administratively: upon presentation of a valid foreign public document bearing an apostille, registration in the Population Registry is carried out in the general manner. This instruction applies to Utah online marriages following the March 2023 ruling.
Israel does not recognize Zoom. Israel recognizes the foreign certificate. That one sentence eliminates 80% of the fear most couples arrive with.
A.R.Immigrealty: Six Years in Civil Marriages — The Full Story
A.R.Immigrealty was not founded when online marriage in Utah became fashionable. We have been operating since 2019 — and our first four years looked entirely different.
Between 2019 and March 2023, we organized physical weddings abroad for Israeli couples. Cyprus was the primary destination — established process, reasonable cost, fast document recognition at MVI. Prague for couples who wanted Europe. Georgia for those prioritizing cost efficiency. Ukraine for couples with Ukrainian roots and existing connections.
During those four years we developed something that most agencies founded in 2023 do not have: deep operational knowledge of how MVI actually processes foreign marriage documents. We know which apostilles the Ministry accepts and which it questions. We know how name spelling inconsistencies between Russian, Hebrew, and English transliterations cause delays — and how to prevent them. We know what a complete submission package looks like, because we have submitted hundreds.
When the BAGATZ ruling came in March 2023, we did not need to learn the system. We removed the airplane. The documentation knowledge, the MVI relationships, the processing expertise — all of it transferred directly to the Utah online format.
Since March 2023:
300+ completed online marriages through Utah. Zero MVI rejections on properly prepared documents. Google Maps rating 5.0 from 50 verified reviews. Fixed price ₪ 1,980, everything included, no hidden charges. Operations 24/7 including Shabbat and Jewish holidays. Physical address in Israel, written contracts, receipts at every stage.
The difference between A.R.Immigrealty and an agency that opened in 2023 “on the Utah wave” is four years of operational experience with Israeli bureaucracy before online marriage even existed. That experience is what prevents the mistakes that delay your registration.
How Online Marriage in Utah Works: Five Steps
The process is straightforward. Here is exactly what happens from the first call to the MVI registration.
Step one — Free consultation (Day 1).
You call or message on WhatsApp. We respond within one hour, 24/7 including Shabbat. You describe your situation — mixed couple, same-sex couple, foreign partner, previous marriage, urgent visa situation. We explain the exact sequence for your specific case. No commitment required. No fee for the consultation.
Step two — Document preparation (Days 1–2).
For most couples: valid passports for both partners. If either partner has a previous marriage: the divorce decree with apostille and English translation, or the death certificate with apostille. We verify that names are spelled consistently across all documents — this is the single most common cause of MVI delays, and it is entirely preventable at this stage.
We prepare the application for Utah County Clerk. This is the official marriage registration authority for the county. Utah County Clerk issues the marriage license that authorizes the ceremony.
Step three — Marriage license and ceremony date (Days 2–3).
Utah County Clerk issues the marriage license, valid for 32 days. Within this window we schedule the Zoom wedding ceremony at a time convenient for you — including evenings and Fridays. The license can be issued within 24 hours of application in most cases.
Step four — Zoom wedding ceremony (approximately 30 minutes).
You connect from anywhere in Israel — or anywhere in the world. Internet connection is the only technical requirement. Our licensed officiant is physically present in Utah at the time of the ceremony, as required by Utah Code §81-2-3. Two official witnesses join remotely. The ceremony is conducted in English with translation provided.
You confirm your identity. You give consent. You say “I do.” The officiant signs the marriage certificate. You are legally married under the laws of the United States of America.
No dress code is required. Many couples dress formally and decorate the room — it is their right and their celebration. From a legal standpoint, only the consent and the signatures matter.
Step five — Apostille, delivery, MVI registration (Days 5–14).
Utah Office of Vital Records processes the official Utah marriage certificate. The document receives an apostille under the Hague Convention of 1961 — international certification recognized in 123 member countries. FedEx delivers the original to your door in Israel. We arrange official translation into Hebrew certified by a sworn translator. You attend MVI once with the complete document package. The marriage is entered into the Population Registry.
Average time from first call to completed MVI registration: 14 days.
What ₪ 1,980 Includes — No Asterisks
| Service | Included |
|---|---|
| Free consultation 24/7 | ✅ |
| Document preparation and verification | ✅ |
| Application to Utah County Clerk | ✅ |
| Zoom ceremony with licensed officiant | ✅ |
| Two official witnesses online | ✅ |
| Interpreter during ceremony | ✅ |
| Digital certificate on day of ceremony | ✅ |
| Original paper certificate | ✅ |
| Utah apostille | ✅ |
| International FedEx delivery | ✅ |
| Official Hebrew translation | ✅ |
| Accompaniment at MVI submission | ✅ |
| Operations on Shabbat and holidays | ✅ |
| Written contract and receipts at every stage | ✅ |
Total: ₪ 1,980. Everything. No “from.” No “basic package excludes.”
One external cost we disclose upfront: the MVI state registration fee of approximately ₪ 175, paid directly to the government. We tell you this before you engage us — because clients should know the total cost before, not after.
Comparison: Online Marriage in Utah vs. All Alternatives
| Parameter | Utah online | Cyprus | Prague | Georgia | Rabbinate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total cost | ₪ 1,980 | ₪ 5,000–8,000 | ₪ 4,000–6,000 | ₪ 3,500–5,000 | 0* |
| Travel required | No | Yes, 3–5 days | Yes, 4–6 days | Yes, 3–4 days | No |
| For non-Jews | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Same-sex couples | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| Processing time | 14 days | 10–21 days | 14–28 days | 10–14 days | 3–6 months |
| Divorce without religious procedure | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| MVI recognition | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
*Rabbinate is free only when both partners fully satisfy religious eligibility requirements — for mixed couples and most immigrants from the former USSR, this condition is not achievable.
One point in the table that deserves special attention: divorce without religious procedure. In a rabbinate marriage, the husband must provide a religious divorce document called a get. He can withhold it indefinitely, keeping his wife legally married against her will. In a civil marriage without rabbinate registered through Utah, divorce is handled by the Family Court. The court decides independently of either spouse’s consent. For many couples this is not an abstract benefit — it is practical legal protection.
The comparison the table cannot show: “from $300 wedding abroad” typically means ceremony fee only. Add flights for two people (₪ 1,200–2,400 depending on season), hotel for minimum three nights (₪ 1,500–2,500), time off work, local legal assistance, document preparation. The real cost of a Cyprus marriage in 2026 is ₪ 5,000–8,000 minimum. The comparison is not ₪ 1,980 versus ₪ 300. It is ₪ 1,980 versus ₪ 5,000+ plus five days of your life.
StuPro: What Happens After Marriage in Israel for Mixed Couples
For couples where one partner is a foreign national, marriage in Israel through Utah is the beginning of the legal path, not the end. What follows is StuPro — the stepwise legalization procedure supervised by MVI.
Critical understanding that many couples miss: StuPro’s clock starts not on the wedding date but on the date of first formal submission to MVI. Every month of delay after marriage registration is one month later to final citizenship. This is not administrative language — it is a direct financial and practical consequence.
Stage A/5 — Year one. Temporary residence permit. Work permit issued separately. MVI conducts initial verification: interview, proof of cohabitation, document review.
Stage B/1 — Year two. Upon confirmation that the relationship is genuine, status is upgraded. Full work permit. Social rights equivalent to permanent residents.
Stages three and four — Years three and four. Annual renewal. MVI may request repeat interviews. Items checked: joint lease or mortgage, shared bank account, photographs of shared life with dates, testimony from neighbors or friends.
Stage five — Permanent residence and citizenship. After four years of successfully completed StuPro: right to permanent residence. After one additional year: right to apply for Israeli citizenship through marriage.
Total from marriage registration to possible citizenship: minimum five years. The process is long. But it works — and it begins with a single Zoom ceremony.
Common errors we observe in couples who come to us after failed attempts elsewhere: no documentary proof of cohabitation in year one, separate bank accounts with no shared transactions, address in documents not matching actual residence. A.R.Immigrealty advises on StuPro preparation at each stage — this is included in our service.
The Apostille: Why This Document Decides Everything
Many couples treat the apostille as bureaucratic decoration. It is not. It is the bridge between a valid American document and Israeli legal recognition.
The Hague Convention of 1961, to which both the USA and Israel are signatories, establishes that a public document bearing an apostille from the issuing country must be accepted by any other signatory state without additional legalization. Israel is bound by this convention. MVI is bound by this convention.
Without an apostille: the Utah marriage certificate is a valid U.S. document that Israel has no legal obligation to recognize. With an apostille: it is an internationally certified document that MVI must process in the general manner per Ministry Instruction 2.11.0005.
In practical terms: no apostille equals no registration in Israel. This is why serious providers include apostille as part of the standard package — not as an optional extra at additional cost.
The most common causes of MVI delays and rejections we have observed over six years:
Name spelling inconsistencies. If the Russian passport says “Aleksandr,” the Israeli ID says “Alexander,” and the translation says “Aleksander” — that mismatch causes the file to be held pending clarification. We check every name spelling against every document before submission.
Missing apostille. Some providers deliver the digital certificate immediately after the ceremony and consider the service complete. The apostilled original is what MVI requires. Digital copy alone is not sufficient.
Outdated divorce decree. If either partner was previously married, the divorce documentation must be current, properly apostilled, and correctly translated. A translation prepared three years ago for a different purpose will not be accepted.
Address mismatch. If the document address does not match the actual residence address registered in the Population Registry, MVI may flag the file. We verify address consistency before submission.
These are not legal problems. They are administrative problems — entirely preventable with proper preparation. In 300 completed Utah online marriages, A.R.Immigrealty has not received a single MVI rejection on a properly prepared file.
Financial Reality: What Changes After Marriage in Israel Is Registered
Most couples think about marriage in terms of relationships and documents. Few think about money. The financial consequences of official married status in Israel are substantial.
Mortgage eligibility. Israeli banks calculate creditworthiness based on combined household income. The median individual income in Tel Aviv in 2026 is approximately ₪ 14,000 per month. A single applicant with that income qualifies for a mortgage of approximately ₪ 1.4–1.6 million. A married couple with combined income of ₪ 28,000 qualifies for approximately ₪ 2.8–3.2 million. The difference: ₪ 1.4–1.6 million in additional purchasing power. At a median Tel Aviv apartment price of approximately ₪ 3.5 million, this is the difference between qualifying and not qualifying.
Mekhir LeMishtaken program. The government subsidized housing program for young families. Officially registered married couples are among the priority categories. Online marriage in Utah registered at MVI gives full eligibility.
Tax credit units — Nekudot Zikuy. Marriage changes the number of tax credit units applied to your income. Update Form 101 with your employer immediately after your Teudат Zeut marital status changes. Potential annual saving: ₪ 3,000–6,000 depending on income level. Over ten years: ₪ 30,000–60,000.
Pension beneficiary. Israel’s mandatory employer pension insurance automatically designates the legal spouse as beneficiary in the event of the insured’s death — without requiring separate documentation or court proceedings to prove the relationship.
Insurance. Israeli insurance companies calculate premiums differently for single and married individuals. Official registered status after MVI registration affects the terms of life and property policies.
The arithmetic: A.R.Immigrealty’s service costs ₪ 1,980. The financial benefits of official married status over ten years of family life in Israel range from ₪ 300,000 to ₪ 2,000,000 depending on housing situation and income. This is not a marketing claim. This is Israeli mortgage law and tax code.
Real Stories: Real Couples, Real Details
Ron and Vika, Tel Aviv.
Ron is Israeli. Vika came from Kharkiv in 2022. The rabbinate refused: Vika’s maternal grandmother was Russian, Jewish status under halachic law not confirmed. They called us on Sunday morning. Wednesday evening: Zoom ceremony — Ron in a suit, Vika in a white dress, parents watching on a second screen from the next room. Friday: MVI submission. Status changed in three working days. Vika is currently in the third year of StuPro and working in Tel Aviv on a full work permit.
Dmitry and Sarit, Haifa.
Both Israeli. Both Jewish. Both eligible for rabbinate marriage — and both determined not to use it. Dmitry, a programmer who made aliyah from Moscow in 2019, considered Cyprus: flights ₪ 1,400 for two, hotel three nights ₪ 1,800, local legal assistance ₪ 2,500. Total ₪ 5,700 and five days of annual leave. Through A.R.Immigrealty: ₪ 1,980 and one evening on Zoom. His review on Google: “The only thing I regret is not doing this earlier.”
Amir and Kevin, Jerusalem.
Amir is Israeli. Kevin is Canadian. Same-sex couple. Civil marriage without rabbinate through Utah is the only path to official status without international travel for couples in their situation. The BAGATZ ruling of 2023 explicitly covers same-sex couples. Utah marriage certificate Israel registered at MVI without any complications. Kevin is in the second year of StuPro, working in Jerusalem on a full work permit.
Keren and Boris, Hadera.
Review left on Google: “Thank you for a wonderful wedding! We had a change of plans along the way and the company immediately contacted the registrar in Utah to help us. They rescheduled a new time and everything went just fine.”
Irena and Anatoly, Haifa.
Review: “Thank you very much for our registration. We chose the company because of the cost, it was lower than others. Everything went great, patient and caring people worked with us. They took into account our urgent situation and were in touch with the Utah employee who married us.”
Alex and Galya, Bat Yam.
Review: “I found an ad that here is the best price in Israel for a wedding in Utah, it is true. We were so worried that we forgot about the rings. But our organizers did not forget, and everything went great. In addition, we did not pay everything at once — this is very important not only because of the money, but because of the attitude and trust.”
What Makes a Reliable Agency: Checklist
The market for online marriage in Utah in Israel has grown rapidly since March 2023. Quality varies enormously.
Check the officiant’s license. Every licensed officiant in Utah has a public registration number verifiable on the Utah State Bar website. If the agency cannot provide the officiant’s name and license number before you pay — that is a serious warning sign.
Real reviews with names and dates on Google Maps — not on the agency’s own website. Minimum 30–50 reviews over the past two years. Check whether negative reviews exist and how the agency responds.
Fixed price in a written contract. If the price is “from” or “depends on your situation” — leave. The apostille, delivery, witnesses, and interpreter should all be included and specified.
Operations on Shabbat. In urgent visa situations — expiring tourist visa, MVI appointment on Monday — the ability to call Friday evening or Saturday has real practical value.
Physical address in Israel. An agency operating only through WhatsApp without a physical address and without the possibility of a personal meeting carries serious risk.
Experience before 2023. Agencies working in civil marriages before online Utah existed understand Israeli bureaucracy from the inside. Agencies founded in 2023 learn from your experience. That distinction matters when something unexpected happens.
After Marriage in Israel Is Registered: Action Plan
Week 1–2: Apply for Teudат Zeut reissuance with updated marital status. MVI or gov.il. Cost: a few dozen shekels.
Week 2–4: Update Form 101 with your employer. Changed Nekudot Zikuy affects income tax starting next month. File immediately — the benefit is not retroactive.
Month 1–2: Notify your insurance company of status change. Designate your spouse as beneficiary in your pension fund (Kupat Gemel, pension). Without this step, in the event of an unforeseen circumstance, accessing these funds may require lengthy court proceedings.
If there is a foreign partner — immediately: Book the first StuPro interview at MVI. Queues are real. The procedure’s five-year clock starts on the date of first formal submission — not the wedding date. Every month of delay is a month added to the timeline.
FAQ: Questions Couples Actually Ask
Is online marriage in Utah a real marriage or a technical workaround?
It is a real marriage. Utah Code §81-2-3 governs it. The ceremony is performed by a licensed state official. The certificate is an official U.S. government document issued by Utah County Clerk. Israel’s Supreme Court confirmed in March 2023 that this format is legally equivalent to physical marriage abroad. There is no workaround — there is a valid foreign certificate and Israel’s 73-year-old legal obligation to recognize it.
Does MVI ever refuse to register Utah online marriages?
In practice, no — when documents are correctly prepared. Refusals occur due to name spelling inconsistencies, missing apostille, unclear marital status history, or incorrect translations. They do not occur because the ceremony was conducted via Zoom. This distinction is critical and frequently misunderstood.
What documents do we actually need?
For most couples: valid passports. If either partner has a previous marriage: the divorce decree with apostille and English translation. That is all. No certificates of single status from MVI, no birth certificates, no medical documents. Utah’s requirements are intentionally minimal.
Can we start StuPro after this marriage?
Yes. MVI confirmed in 2023 that online marriage in Utah is a valid foundation for opening StuPro — identical in status to a Cyprus or Georgian marriage. We assist with the StuPro submission package.
What if partners are in different countries during the ceremony?
Not a problem. One partner in Tel Aviv, one in Berlin or Moscow — legally irrelevant. Both must be present in real time and properly identified. Geography is not a barrier to the Utah online marriage format.
How long does the whole process take?
From first call to Utah marriage certificate with apostille in hand: 5–14 days in most cases. From certificate to completed MVI registration: add 3–7 working days. Total: approximately two to three weeks in standard cases.
Is same-sex marriage available?
Yes. Utah has permitted same-sex marriage since 2015 following Obergefell v. Hodges. Israel has registered foreign same-sex marriages since 2006. The BAGATZ ruling of 2023 explicitly covers same-sex couples in the online Utah format.
Are there hidden fees?
No. ₪ 1,980 is the fixed price. Written contract and receipts are provided at every stage. The only external cost is the MVI registration state fee of approximately ₪ 175, paid directly to the government. We tell you this before you engage us.
What if the Zoom connection fails during the ceremony?
We maintain a backup platform and reserve connection channel. The marriage license is valid for 32 days — sufficient time to reschedule. In three years of Utah online ceremonies, technical failures that interrupted a ceremony have occurred twice. Both times we completed the ceremony the same day.
Do you work on Shabbat?
Yes. Consultations and scheduling 24/7 including Shabbat and Jewish holidays. Ceremonies are scheduled on days when Utah County Clerk operates — Sunday through Friday by Israeli time. MVI submissions follow MVI working hours.
Contact A.R.Immigrealty
Marriage in Israel does not require a rabbi, a plane ticket, or months of waiting. Online marriage in Utah is a legal, fast, and fully inclusive path to official married status for any couple.
A.R.Immigrealty has been working in civil marriages for Israeli couples since 2019. Hundreds of physical weddings abroad before 2023. 300+ online Utah marriages since March 2023. Six years of operational experience with Israeli bureaucracy. Zero MVI rejections on properly prepared files.
Phone and WhatsApp: +972-54-215-07-24
Response within one hour. First consultation free of charge.
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 9:00–20:00, Friday 9:00–14:00, WhatsApp 24/7 including Shabbat.
Price: ₪ 1,980 fixed, everything included.
Nearest available date: this week.
This material is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For questions specific to your personal situation, we recommend consulting a licensed Israeli family law attorney. A.R.Immigrealty and partners is a licensed consulting agency registered in Israel.
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